Japan's famous sakura cherry blossoms!
Find out more about the cherry blossoms and their special place in Japanese culture. We talk about their history, when is the best time to see them an...
Kyoto Fun Podcast
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The perfect travel companion for Japan. The Kyoto Fun podcast is filled with tips, insights and fun stories from a professional tour guide based in Kyoto, Japan. Learn all about what makes Japan such a fascinating place. We talk about how to order in restaurants, how to find great sushi, table manners, public baths, geisha culture, samurai, current events and much much more. We also interview local experts of food culture, zen Buddhism, tea ceremony and more. Enjoy learning all about Japan before you come!
Catch a cab in Japan. Taxis explained.
Learn all about how the taxis work in Japan. I talk about the fares, how to catch a cab, and what to expect when you take a cab. Plus how to get back ...
The Tokyo Train network explained
Learn all about the train network including a general overview, things to expect, how to navigate the system, train etiquette and more. Lots of genera...
Japan Trip: The 5 things to know before you go!!
The five things to know before you go to Japan. I talk about the very basics in the categories of safety, money, getting connected, getting around and...
A walk through Gion, the geisha district of Kyoto.
Join me as I take you for a walk through the Gion district, one of the most famous places in Kyoto. We walk past the tea houses, restaurants, clubs an...
The Japan Rail (JR) pass explained!
Do you have questions about the Japan Rail "JR" Pass? Listen to this podcast for tips on if it's worth it, the different kinds of passes and all the o...
A guide to the "sento" public bath in Japan
Leave your swimsuit at home and jump into the soothing hot waters of a public bath "sento". Get all the tips you need to make sure you follow the prop...
Eat Japanese food right with tips on local etiquette!!
Grab your chopsticks and get ready to learn everything you need to know about the basics of table manners in Japan. Where to put your chopsticks, to w...
Essential Japanese! 10 words to learn before you arrive.
Learn ten useful expressions to help you navigate your trip to Japan. Impress the locals and the other people travelling with you too. Learn how to gr...
Kyoto's Top 5 Places to Visit
The top 5 in Kyoto. Learn about Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama and more. The best times to visit the temples and tips on ...