Reading about Japan is one of the best ways to get excited for your trip, and we’ve put together a…
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Japan’s Best Boutique and Luxury Hotels & Ryokans
The best hotels and ryokans in Japan range from charming traditional inns in the countryside, to stylish design hotels and…
We’re Hiring an Operations Specialist
Do you love travel and spreadsheets? Boutique Japan is hiring a Full-Time Operations Specialist to join our talented remote team.…
A Guide to Ekiben: Eating & Drinking on Japan’s Trains
Japan is renowned for its world-class rail and outstanding cuisine, and one of the best ways for travelers to experience…
We’re Hiring a Sales Specialist
Boutique Japan is seeking an experienced and ambitious Full-Time Sales Specialist to join our talented remote team. If you have…
Japan Ends Covid Requirements for Tourists
Japan’s borders reopened to independent travelers in the fall of 2022, and since then visiting Japan has been virtually as…
Traveling to Japan with Food Allergies and Dietary Restrictions
Japanese cuisine is a huge reason so many of our travelers visit Japan, but what about traveling through the country…
Things to Do in Matsumoto: Culture in the Japanese Alps
I arrived in Matsumoto on a cold night, the chill of winter still enveloping the streets, a breath of rain…
Honeymoon in Japan: Unique Ideas and Experiences
If you love food, culture, and immersive travel experiences, it’s no surprise you’re thinking about a Japan honeymoon. As one…
Introduction to Osaka, Japan
The exuberant energy of Osaka, Japan, is a striking contrast to the traditional culture of Kyoto, and the two Kansai…
Guide to Visiting Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market
Even with the opening of Toyosu Market, the classic Tsukiji Market in Tokyo remains one of Japan’s most iconic and…
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…