Japan Trip Planning

Letters from Japan: Feature Update for Paid Subscribers

October 2025: a quick feature announcement.

Oct 7 •

Tokyo Eateries: The Non-Gourmet Version

Japan travel tips: a few Tokyo eatery suggestions, from an absolute non-foodie.

Oct 5 •

Cycling the Shimanami Kaido in Two Days

Two-day cycling trip in the Setouchi region – planning tips.

Jun 5 •

Japan Trip Planning Q&A: Part III - Miscellaneous

A series of posts on Japan trip planning, Part III: Miscellaneous—ten final questions.

Apr 1 •

Japan Trip Planning Q&A: Part II - Accommodation

A series of posts on Japan trip planning, Part II: Accommodation—answered in ten questions.

Mar 15 •

Japan Trip Planning Q&A: Part I - Transportation

A series of posts on Japan travel planning, starting with Part I: Transportation—answered in ten questions.

Feb 28 •

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