The Boutique Japan Blog

In Tokyo’s western suburbs you’ll find the one-of-a-kind Ghibli Museum — a fantastic and whimsical museum dedicated to the legendary…

The villages of Shirakawago and Gokayama have long been among the most photographed places in rural Japan, though they’ve become increasingly…

If you’re looking for the best ramen shop in all of Japan, you may be embarking on a lifelong quest.…

This food-loving country offers an amazing variety of culinary experiences, but there’s nothing quite like eating and drinking at an…

A unique 9-day Japan itinerary featuring Tokyo, Kyoto, and the beautiful Izu Peninsula in the Japanese countryside. Length Price Dates…

To help in your Japan trip planning, and complement your online research, we’ve compiled a short list of the very…

The small mountaintop Buddhist community of Mount Koya (Koyasan) is one of Japan’s most magical, if increasingly popular, destinations and…

If you’re planning on eating sushi during your trip to Japan, make sure to keep this simple but essential sushi…

Ramen lovers thrive on seeking out new and obscure ramen shops, but it would be a mistake to overlook the…

Travel insurance is not a fun topic for most people, but it is important and we always recommend comprehensive trip…

Despite countless challenges, including significant public opposition, the 2020 Summer Olympics were held in Japan from July 23 to August…

When it comes to unique Japan experiences, there is perhaps no better way to immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture…