Traveling to Japan with kids can feel both exciting and intimidating. Japan is one of the most fascinating countries in the world to visit. I love Japan, and I know the sentiment is shared by many. But planning a family trip there can feel overwhelming at first. The cities are huge, the train networks are…
Tokyo is incredible with kids. But figuring out where to stay in Tokyo with kids will shape your entire experience. The right neighborhood means short walks to the train, easy food options, and enough space to actually relax at night. The wrong one can mean crowded stations, long transfers, and five people trying to function…
Traveling before kids felt adventurous and spontaneous. Jump on a flight to the Philippines with nothing planned and have a random tuk-tuk driver suggest accommodations. Sure. Stay at a hostel in Marrakech for the weekend. Why not? Then comes a baby in the baby carriage. And your perspective shifts. The thought of traveling with a…
Looking for space and comfort in Tokyo? We found both during our recent stay at Mimaru Suites Tokyo Asakusa with kids, one of the best family hotels in Tokyo. With apartment-style suites, a kitchen, and a prime location near Sensō-ji Temple, it’s everything parents wish for when deciding where to stay with kids in Tokyo….
Tokyo is one of the most dynamic cities in the world and, even so, one of the most kid-friendly. The bright lights, crowded trains, and endless attractions can feel like a lot at first. However, with a little planning, exploring Tokyo with kids can become addictive. Everyone leaves wanting more, planning their next trip to…
If you’re planning a family trip to Japan, Osaka is one of the best places to base yourself. Osaka feels a lot more manageable than Tokyo in many ways, and you can easily take day trips from Osaka with kids to see even more of Japan without constantly changing hotels. Let’s go over some of…
Finding an Osaka hotel for a family of 5 isn’t easy. Most rooms in Japan are spotless but small, and after a full day exploring, my family usually wants space to unwind. That’s why we loved our stay at Mimaru Osaka Namba Station. It had everything our family needed. Our apartment had separate bedrooms, a…
Carrying suitcases through train stations, up and down flights of stairs, while shepherding kids is not exactly my idea of fun. On our recent trip to Japan, I finally tried something I’d heard about for years: Japan’s luggage delivery service. It turned out to be one of the best Japan travel hacks we’ve ever encountered….
Since I was young, I’ve enjoyed reading historical memoirs. I’ve daydreamed about time traveling to different places at various points in history. Culture fascinates me, and that’s one of the reasons I love to travel. While a time machine is currently out of the budget, modern-day travel seems to satisfy my appetite for now. Luckily,…
Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market is a must-see attraction. It’s the world’s largest wholesale fish and seafood market. I knew we couldn’t miss this, but my google searches kept returning results claiming you cannot bring babies or young kids. UPDATE (Nov. 2018): Tsukiji Fish Market has officially closed and moved, and reopened as Toyosu Fish Market…