How to Stay Online in Japan: eSIM, Pocket WiFi, or SIM Card? (Stop Paying for Roaming!)
You cannot survive Tokyo without Google Maps. Here is your friend’s guide to getting fast, cheap internet the moment you land.
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When Should You Visit Japan? An Honest Guide to the 4 Seasons (and the One You Should Avoid)
Everyone talks about Cherry Blossoms. But have you heard about the “Secret Best Season”? Here is the truth about Japan’s weather, crowds, and festivals.
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Where Are All the Trash Cans?! A Survival Guide to Japan’s Streets (Trash, Toilets & Vending Machines)
Why you need to carry a plastic bag, how to use the “Spaceship Toilets,” and why you are never more than 50 meters from a drink.
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Cash is King? The Truth About Money in Japan (Don’t Panic!)
Do you really need to carry a suitcase full of Yen? Is your credit card useless? Your friend is here to save you from “Coin Hell” and ATM stress.
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Don’t Buy Keychains! 5 Authentic Japanese Souvenirs Your Friends Will Actually Love (Under $10)
Put down the plastic samurai sword. Here is the “Insider” list of cheap, cool, and delicious gifts you can find at any supermarket or drugstore.
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The Tokyo Train System Isn’t Scary: An Insider’s Guide to Not Getting Lost
Feeling overwhelmed by the Tokyo train map? You’re not alone. Here’s the simple survival guide your friend (me!) would give you.
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Japan Restaurant Guide: How to Order, Eat, and Pay Like a Local (Without Feeling Awkward)
Worried about restaurant rules in Japan? Your “Best Friend” is here to tell you the 3 things you actually need to know.
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Welcome to Insider’s Guide to Japan: Your Journey Starts with a Friend!
Forget the Guidebooks. Let’s Explore Japan Together, Like Locals.
