How to hire a car in Japan and what to expect
Hiring a car in Japan is a great way to explore the country at your own pace and itinerary. Here are some tips on…
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What to pack for your holiday in the sun
With the prospect of some solid beach time ahead of you, having a plan of attack on your packing list will keep the stress…
Where to eat in Okinawa – 5 places locals love to go
Finding where to eat in Okinawa – in fact anywhere in Japan – is a challenge of choice and an art of discovery. You…
10 ways to stay happy over winter
As Australia (and New Zealand 😉 ) heads towards winter, the urge to fall into the doom and gloom of the cold season is…
15 things you have to eat when you visit Okinawa, Japan
Food in Okinawa is as different as everything else in this strange, far-southern part of Japan. From Roald-Dahl-esque vegetables to soy-marinated pork belly from…
What is it like in tropical Japan? Our Postcards from Okinawa
Okinawa, Japan is an enigma in an already mysterious country. Not only is it nothing like a lot of the mainland in its culture, history…
5 reasons why Okinawa is so un-Japanese and why you have to go there
Okinawa must be the most un-Japanese part of Japan. You won’t find Shinto shrines or torii gates here. There are no geisha, they have…
Where to stay in Okinawa, Japan – JAL Private Resort Okuma
Words like ‘spacious’, ‘beachside’ and ‘resort’ aren’t what you usually associate with hotels in Japan, but then Okinawa isn’t your typical Japanese destination. And…
11 unusual things to do in Okinawa, Japan
The island prefecture of Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost state, has a climate, a lifestyle and a culture that is completely different to anything else you’ll…
7 tips on how to drive safely in Japan
Japan is a great country to drive in. The roads are excellent, the other drivers are polite and you can really see so much…