Author: Locals in Japan

  • Sumida Aquarium: Tickets, Discounts, Tips and Hotels Explained (Oct 2024)

    Sumida Aquarium: Tickets, Discounts, Tips and Hotels Explained (Oct 2024)

    Want to experience a uniquely Japanese aquarium in Tokyo? Sumida Aquarium, located in Tokyo Skytree, is the perfect spot for Tokyo sightseeing. This guide covers key info on tickets, prices, booking, discounts, and family friendly tips from locals. We’ll also suggest some great nearby hotels for your stay. What to See There? Sumida Aquarium is…

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  • Aqua Park Shinagawa: Tickets, Discounts, Tips and Hotels Explained (Nov 2024)

    Aqua Park Shinagawa: Tickets, Discounts, Tips and Hotels Explained (Nov 2024)

    Want to see the best stunning and spectacular dolphin show in Tokyo? Aqua Park Shinagawa is the aquarium that makes this dream come true, and it’s a must-visit spot. As locals with annual passes who visit frequently, we’ll introduce you to its charms. This guide covers key info on tickets, prices, booking, discounts, and family…

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  • Shinagawa Aquarium: Tickets, Discounts, Tips and Hotels Explained (Oct 2024)

    Shinagawa Aquarium: Tickets, Discounts, Tips and Hotels Explained (Oct 2024)

    Visiting Tokyo with kids who want to see an aquarium? Shinagawa Aquarium offers a peaceful experience surrounded by greenery. This guide covers key info on tickets, prices, booking, discounts, and family friendly tips from locals. We’ll also suggest some great nearby hotels for your stay. What to See There? Shinagawa Aquarium is a popular attraction…

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  • Japan Family Travel Hack #1: Babycal’s Baby Stroller Rental Service

    Japan Family Travel Hack #1: Babycal’s Baby Stroller Rental Service

    Are you planning a family trip to Japan and wondering whether to bring your stroller? Good news! There’s no need to lug your bulky stroller across the Pacific. Japan now offers convenient stroller rental services, perfect for families visiting Tokyo, Osaka, or other major cities. This new service is a game-changer for parents traveling with…

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  • 13 Best Onsen and Hot Spring Hotels in Hokkaido (Feb 2025)

    13 Best Onsen and Hot Spring Hotels in Hokkaido (Feb 2025)

    Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost main island, is a winter wonderland and natural paradise boasting an abundance of hot springs. This guide highlights six remarkable onsen towns and 13 Best Onsen Hotels in Hokkaido, all carefully curated by local Japanese experts, ensuring you can trust and feel confident in your choices.♨️ February Update – Save Big on…

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  • MIMARU: Award-Winning, Family-Friendly Hotel (Nov 2024 Update)

    MIMARU: Award-Winning, Family-Friendly Hotel (Nov 2024 Update)

    If your Japan trip itinerary includes Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, and you’re looking for a hotel perfect for family or group travel, MIMARU Hotel is the ideal choice. With 90% of its guests being international visitors, primarily families, this popular hotel welcomes travelers from around the world daily, ensuring language barriers are not a concern.…

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  • Best 6 New Hotel in Hokkaido opening 2024 (Oct 2024)

    Best 6 New Hotel in Hokkaido opening 2024 (Oct 2024)

    Do you like Hokkaido? For me, I LOVE Hokkaido! I’ve been there for 10+ times and still in love. The food is fresh and delicious, the air is clean, and the snowy landscapes are stunningly beautiful. No statistics, but most Japanese love Hokkaido for the reasons above. And now, there’s even more reason to fall…

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  • 15 Best All Inclusive Resorts in Japan 2025

    15 Best All Inclusive Resorts in Japan 2025

    All-inclusive resorts in Japan may be less common. We must tell you guys that if you’re picturing places like Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana’s Caribbean paradise in Japan, we must face the reality that there’s none in Japan.🤣 But don’t worry! Japanese resorts offer unique experiences like relaxing onsen (hot springs) and amazing local cuisine. In…

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  • Japan Digital Nomad Visa 2024: Complete Guide for Remote Workers

    Japan Digital Nomad Visa 2024: Complete Guide for Remote Workers

    Japan has recently introduced a new Japan digital nomad visa, effective from April 1, 2024, opening its doors to a new wave of foreign visitors. This visa is particularly attractive to digital nomads who can enter Japan visa-free and meet the annual income requirement of 10 million yen (approximately USD annual 75K). If you’re a…

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  • 13 Long Term Stays in Tokyo (Feb 2025)

    13 Long Term Stays in Tokyo (Feb 2025)

    Tokyo is a mega city with many attractions, so you cannot experience everything in a short time. Here is the list of 13 Best Long Term Stays in Tokyo from a local perspective for those who want to stay for a long time. We also describe the points to consider when choosing a place to…

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