Travel in Japan

Travelling to Japan is all the rage right now and for good reason: the flights are cheap and most currencies are strong against the Yen. For our family, we try to get back to Japan at least once a year. If you are travelling with kids, you will need to find ways to entertain them. …

Are you thinking about heading to Japan this fall? If you are, you’ve probably already considered getting the Japan Rail Pass. Well, just a heads up before you go: As of October 1st, the Japan Rail Pass is going to increase significantly in price. For years, the JR Pass has been an incredible value for …

The first article we are posting is a guest article from one of Canada’s fastest-rising personal finance blogs: Savvy Canadian Finance. This blog posts about the latest news in the financial world, investing strategies, personal finance, and of course, travel. Check out the original post here. Enjoy this guest post about the 10 best places …

By far, the number one question we get when asked about travelling in Japan is about the language. Many people are anxious about travelling to a place that uses a primary language other than English. This can be especially challenging when you are travelling with your little ones. Trust us when we say from experience: …

Are you worried about travelling to Japan and not finding things for your kids to eat? We all know how picky kids can get in the way of enjoying a lovely, authentic meal. Let’s face it, not all kids love to eat sushi yet either. Ramen and tempura can both be heavy, and if your …

When is the best time to travel to Japan? It is probably the question we are asked the most, and for good reason! If you are planning a family trip to Japan, it’s usually not one you can just wing (pardon the pun). There are plenty of great times to go to Japan, and certain …

The question we most often get from friends or other parents is: how do you travel in Japan with kids? Is it kid-friendly? Is it safe? The answer is a little nuanced: yes, Japan is a kid-friendly country even for tourists. On the other hand, the other elements of travelling in a new country can …

At long last, Tokyo DisneySea’s Fantasy Springs area is complete, and we were there for the opening week! Our daughter is a Disney Princess fanatic, and Rapunzel and Elsa are her two favourites. So, after years of waiting and all of the hype, what did we really think of Fantasy Springs? This Disney Fantasy Springs …

Are you planning a family trip to Japan? If you are, you are probably starting to think about which cities to visit and what sites to see. Popular places like Tokyo and Osaka are obvious choices when visiting Japan with kids. Most of you will fly into one of these two cities to start your …

Are you looking to fly into Japan on a budget this year? Zipair is a new budget airline that is taking the travel world by storm. This Zipair review article will tell you everything you need to know about flying your family to Tokyo on a budget in 2026. We Discuss What is Zipair? Zipair …