One of the best things to do in Japan is to stay in a ryokan. Ryokan is a Japanese style accommodation, a really Japanese hotel, if you might. No beds but futons. Japanese meals. And some times, onsen – the thermal pools. Here’s our view of the best option for families: Japanese Ryokan with private […]
Oita, in the Kyushu island of Japan, is one of the best onsen (thermal hot springs) areas in the country. A popular destination for domestic and foreign tourists, it’s full of attractions. The most visited cities are Beppu and Yufuin. Find out below the best things to do in Oita with kids. We spent our […]
Even though it’s not a very touristic city, Miyazaki is a charming place to visit. In the Kyushu island of Japan, this city is great – wether for a relaxing time, or something more! Continue below to see our Miyazaki, Japan, a guide for families. A warning: this post has nothing to do with Ghibli’s […]
Kagoshima is the southernmost city in Japan – except for Okinawa, of course. We visited it and had some great days there. Discover the best things to do in Kagoshima, Japan, with kids – or even without! Where is Kagoshima? In the Kyushu region, it’s at the ‘bottom’ of Japan – if you don’t count […]
Kumamoto city (or Kumamoto-shi) is Kumamoto Prefecture’s Capital. It’s the biggest city in the Kyushu Island in Japan. It’s a pretty city surrounding the castle (Kumamoto Castle). We spent a few days there. Find below the best of Kumamoto travel with kids! This post is written by people who travel with kids – which means there’s no […]
Nagasaki (Japan) was, just like Hiroshima, a city destroyed by the atomic bombs in World War 2. And despite its tragic history, Nagasaki is a great family holiday destination! I’ll share below the best Things to do in Nagasaki with kids – a travel guide for families! Where is Nagasaki, Japan? Nagasaki Prefecture is on […]
If you’ve tried to use a Japanese GPS (even in English), you know how complicated it is. We had a 2-months road trip through Southern Japan and, thankfully, we had an awesome internet connection and were able to use Google Maps on our phones everywhere. We tested and tried 2 of the best pocket wifi […]
Fukuoka city is the capital of Fukuoka Prefecture. It’s in the Kyushu region of Japan. It’s off the tourist track, so if you’re looking for something different in Japan, Fukuoka may be the perfect place for you! Find below the best things to do in Fukuoka with kids! Fukuoka Travel Guide In the Kyushu region […]
Okinawa is an archipelago on the Pacific Ocean, South of Japan. It’s part of Japan, and it’s a little tropical paradise in the country. In a short flight (around 2 hours) you can get from almost anywhere in Japan’s mainland to these beautiful islands. Continue below to see the best things to do in Okinawa […]
Hiroshima is one famous city in Japan for a sad reason: it’s the place where the first atomic bomb was launched. Even though it destroyed a good part of the city and killed many, many people, Hiroshima is now one incredible touristic destination. Have here our guide to Hiroshima for kids – Japan with the […]