A trip to Japan would not be complete without a little sake tasting! But unless you are an avid sake…
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What To Do When It Rains In Japan
Most people seem to dread rainy days while traveling. So, for obvious reasons, tsuyu (the rainy season) — which falls…
Top 5 Things to Do in Japan
There are too many amazing things to do in Japan, which is one of the many reasons we love it…
Cycling the Shimanami Kaido: 2 Days on the Seto Inland Sea
If you are afraid of heights, do not attempt the Shimanami Kaido. A little harsh, perhaps, but it’s what I…
You Have to Eat These Dishes in Kyoto
Kyoto is on everyone’s to-visit list, and for good reason. It’s home to hundreds of stunning temples, gorgeous gardens, and…
Top 6 Tips on Packing for Your Trip to Japan
One of the most common questions we get from travelers is how to pack for a trip to Japan. So…
You Have To Eat These Dishes in Osaka
Long-standing stereotypes about Kansai folks run as follows: Kyoto-ites spend their money on clothes; Kobe people on shoes; and Osakans…
Planning Your Visit to Tokyo’s Ghibli Museum
In Tokyo’s western suburbs you’ll find the one-of-a-kind Ghibli Museum — a fantastic and whimsical museum dedicated to the legendary…
Japan Itinerary: Two Weeks in Japan
With two weeks in Japan you can see and do so much, but even with less time this Japan itinerary…
You Have To Eat These Dishes in Fukuoka
Though I’ve lived in Japan for several years now, Fukuoka was never very high on my travel radar, nor was…
We’re Hiring a Sales Ninja!
Boutique Japan is hiring a brilliant, ambitious, and experienced Sales Ninja. If you have experience designing bespoke trips for savvy…
Naoshima: Japan’s Art Island
Naoshima, commonly known as Japan’s art island, is a tiny island in the Seto Inland Sea, and one of our…