Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes

Need to do laundry during your trip to Japan? Wondering how to use a Japanese coin laundry? Don’t worry — it’s easier than you might think, and laundromats (coin laundries) are actually quite common across Japan.As a local living near Lake Kawaguchiko, I’m here to share how you can easily use these laundries and where […]

Japan has one of the best public transportation systems in the world — super clean, safe, and always on time.But… if it’s your first time here, it can also feel like a total maze. Different train companies, strange ticket machines, Japanese-only signs…I get it. It’s easy to feel lost. I’ve met so many travelers who

If you’re planning your first trip to Japan, you might already know that Japanese people deeply value respect, harmony, and good manners. But what does that actually mean for everyday situations?When should you bow? Should you shake hands? Is it okay to talk on the train? As a local Japanese living near Mt. Fuji, I’ve