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Category: Japan

most beautiful hotels in kyoto

10 of the Most Beautiful Hotels in Kyoto, Japan

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This guide to the MOST BEAUTIFUL HOTELS IN KYOTO, JAPAN contains affiliate links going to agoda.com for faster bookings. A lot of travelers all over the world love Japan (and that includes me, of course!), however one challenge that most travelers encounter is that traveling to Japan can get a little expensive. The train rides…

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Best Hotels to Stay in Namba Osaka

10 Charming Best Hotels to Stay in Namba, Osaka, Japan

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This article takes you to the 10 Best Hotels to Stay in Namba Osaka, Japan and it contains agoda affiliate links. Just very recently, Osaka joined the list of the most expensive cities to live together with Singapore and Hong Kong, making traveling to the city even more intimidating. Japan in general has a reputation…

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Celebrated My Birthday at Shibuya Scramble Tokyo

How I Celebrated My Birthday at Shibuya Scramble Tokyo

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So, how do you usually celebrate your birthdays? As someone who grabs every opportunity she can to travel, I would go somewhere on my birthday, whether it’s on a nearby beach or another country. It doesn’t matter. I’ve had half of my birthdays so far with the presence of my family, so this time it’s…

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CAPSULE HOTELS IN TOKYO JAPAN

10 BEST POD HOTELS/CAPSULE HOTELS IN TOKYO, JAPAN FOR SOLO TRAVELERS

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This guide identified the 10 best pod hotels/capsule hotels in Tokyo Japan for solo travelers. This article contains affiliate links. Like I’ve always been mentioning in my other blog posts about Japan, traveling to Japan could be a little more expensive compared to other major tourist destinations in Asia, hence budget travelers should plan ahead…

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best hostels in tokyo

THE 10 BEST HOSTELS IN TOKYO, JAPAN

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Traveling to Japan can get a little expensive, but for backpackers, a nice option could be hostels. Read on to find out the 10 BEST HOSTELS IN TOKYO, Japan! (This article contains affiliate links.) I had the chance to visit Tokyo a few years ago, and it was amazing! But, I must say, the budget…

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what hotels are ihg in japan

WHAT HOTELS ARE IHG IN JAPAN? 15 Interesting Choices

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When traveling to Japan, there are thousands of hotels to chose from, but what hotels are IHG in Japan? Read on to find out! (This article contains affiliate links) I am very certain that Japan is on everyone’s travel bucket list because it really has a very authentic and amazing beauty which you can never…

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10 BEST RYOKANS WITH ONSEN BATH IN KYOTO, JAPAN

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(The website www.sherlynmaehernandez.com is a verified agoda affiliate. This article contains agoda.com affiliate links for the best ryokans with onsen bath in Kyoto, Japan which you are all welcome to book with, with no additional costs on your part. You can even score discounts and deals using my link!) Ryokans are traditional Japanese inns that…

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best MOVIES ABOUT JAPAN

5 INSPIRING MOVIES THAT WILL GET YOU MOTIVATED TO TRAVEL TO JAPAN

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Currently, most of us are stuck at home right now because we are keeping ourselves safe from COVID-19. To help all of you to still satisfy your wanderlusts even in this difficult time, I have compiled this five best movies about Japan that will motivate you to travel to the said country once the COVID-19…

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best hostels in osaka

10 BEST HOSTELS TO STAY IN OSAKA, JAPAN FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS

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Just very recently, Osaka joined the list of the most expensive cities to live together with Singapore and Hong Kong, making traveling to the city even more intimidating. Japan in general has a reputation of being an expensive country to travel to, but it must not stop anyone of us to see the unique beauty…

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YOKOHAMA JAPAN

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDE 2020 | Things To Do, Where To Stay, and more!

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Are you traveling to Yokohama soon? Then check this article out as I share my YOKOHAMA JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDE BLOG with a sample itinerary, hotel and hostel recommendations, things to do, and other useful tips coming from my very own previous Yokohama travel experience! A few years back, I was able to score a very,…

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HOSTELS IN JAPAN

THE BEST HOSTELS IN JAPAN ON EVERY PREFECTURE

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Japan is every traveler’s dream destination, however let’s get real: it is also one of the most costly countries in the world to travel to. When I went to visit Tokyo and Yokohama, I was surprised with the cost of going around via train and the cost of food. Given this, the rise of cheap…

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best hostels in kyoto

10 BEST HOSTELS IN KYOTO, JAPAN, COMPARED: A Basic Review

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A lot of travelers all over the world love Japan (and that includes me, of course!), however one challenge that most travelers encounter is that traveling to Japan can get a little expensive. The train rides and food can take most of our allocated allowances away. While cities like Tokyo and Yokohama give us the…

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CORONAVIRUS IN JAPAN: Is it safe to travel to Japan? (Advisories and Bans)

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The whole world has been dealing with COVID-19 or Coronavirus, and none of us are safe when it comes to these kinds of disasters. Various travel advisories are being issued by different countries, and since Japan is becoming a high-risk country due to an increasing case of Coronavirus, is it safe to travel to Japan…

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yokohama instagram spots

A Complete Guide to 10 Instagram-Worthy Spots in Yokohama, Japan

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A lot of tourists going to Japan would mostly consider Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, or maybe Hokkaido for the winter. To be honest, these specific destinations are also at the top of my list, but since my brother was working in Yokohama when I visited Japan, I thought it would be a good idea to explore…

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Japan Travel Vlog (Tokyo and Yokohama)

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Hello! Here is the video compilation of my recent trip to Japan. Enjoy! πŸ™‚

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Hola! Gracias for swinging by! I’m Sherlyn and I’m from Manila, Philippines. πŸ‘ΈπŸ»

I’m an International Relations and Southeast Asian Studies Professor and a super passionate Travel and Street Photographer. πŸ“Έ

During my free time, I write, I travel, I eat, and I’m (always!) hungry for more. 🌏

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