by Tokyo Becky | Jun 8, 2026 | Taking the Shinkansen
If you are flying into Japan with a big checked suitcase and planning to ride the Shinkansen, there is one rule that trips up first-timers every single week: bags over a certain size need a (free) seat reservation booked in advance. Skip it, and a conductor can charge...
by Tokyo Becky | Jun 2, 2026 | Moving to Japan
One of the most fascinating things about my 13 years living in Japan is that the country was constantly finding small ways to improve everyday life. Today, many visitors arrive expecting futuristic robots, bullet trains, and neon-lit cities. While those things...
by Tokyo Becky | May 25, 2026 | Tokyo
A first-hand guide to love hotels in Japan from the neon-lit streets of Shibuya to the themed rooms you absolutely did not see coming (until you saw them lit them and available in the front lobby). By Tokyo Becky · tokyobecky.com ★ Quick Facts: Japan Love Hotels at...
by Tokyo Becky | May 23, 2026 | Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the greatest cities on earth, but it is also one of the best bases in Asia for day tripping. Every destination on this list is reachable in under two hours from Shinjuku Station, meaning you can leave after breakfast, spend a full day exploring ancient...
by Tokyo Becky | May 22, 2026 | Osaka
Osaka is one of the best-located cities in Japan for day trips. Every destination on this list is reachable in under 90 minutes from central Osaka, which means that you can spend your day exploring Japan rather than sitting on a train. From the beauty of Kyoto to the...
