by Tokyo Becky | Mar 11, 2026 | Japan Travel
Okayama is one of Japan’s great underrated cities: home to one of the Three Great Gardens, a jet-black feudal castle, a beloved folk hero, and an extraordinary tradition of fruit cultivation. This guide covers everything you need to know before you visit. By...
by Tokyo Becky | Mar 10, 2026 | Japan Travel
★ Quick Facts: Naoshima Island at a Glance What is Naoshima Island? A small island (8 sq km) in the Seto Inland Sea, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan, internationally renowned as an art island. Home to the Chichu Art Museum, Benesse House Museum, Lee Ufan Museum, Valley...
by Tokyo Becky | Feb 5, 2026 | Japan Travel
Mt. Fuji is one of the most recognizable natural landmarks in the world and the most famous mountain in Japan. While millions admire Mt. Fuji’s beauty each year, few realize how complex and surprising its history truly is. Let’s learn more about Mt. Fuji today...
by Tokyo Becky | Feb 4, 2026 | Japan Travel
Drug laws in Japan are some of the strictest in the world with zero tolerance for most substances. These rules reflect strong cultural opposition to drugs and aim to protect public health. So, for anyone asking “Can you smoke weed in Japan?” the clear...
by Tokyo Becky | Feb 1, 2026 | Japan Travel
Japan is a country of remarkable contrasts: ancient temples and neon-lit skyscrapers, centuries-old rituals and cutting-edge technology, profound quiet and bustling city life. For visitors, this combination is endlessly fascinating, but it also means that everyday...
by Tokyo Becky | Jan 17, 2026 | Japan Travel
After several friends told me that it was a great place to get away from it all and truly get a closer look into the ancient Buddhist culture of Japan, I finally made it to Mt. Koya in Wakayama, Japan. When I learned that Mt. Koya also has 52 temples where people can...
