I know what you’re all saying: “Omg, where is TofuguTV? You’re going back to Japan, again?” And, if I was listening to you right now I’m sure I’d be all like “ikr, but listen, it’s going to be better this time, really!” Then we’d all laugh and hug and it’d be okay. Really though, it’s [...]
When it comes to trains in the US, things are pretty ho-hum. There are a lot of commuter trains across the country and a few Amtrak lines, but nothing with much style. Fortunately Japan, with its love of trains, has its fair share of stylish, novel, and luxury trains running across the country. Some of [...]
One of my top recommended places for those of you planning a trip to Japan, Mt. Koya (AKA Koyasan) is a must see and must go-to in my book. Whether you’re looking to get away from it all, relax, or just be amazed, Mt. Koya is pretty much the most perfect place ever. I certainly [...]
There comes a time in every Japan lover’s life when they find themselves considering the inevitable: Should I live in Japan? It’s something that’s crossed my mind before and has even become a reality for many of my good friends from college. To help anyone else who has been thinking about packing up and moving [...]
Some places just make you feel uneasy. These places have a peculiar, strange feel about them and you just want to leave as soon as you get there. They provoke the supernatural sensation that something is just not quite right. Japan’s Mount Osore (Osorezan) is one such place. According to Japanese legend, Osorezan (translated as [...]
One of the most difficult things about traveling to Japan is deciding where to stay. Should you stay at a hostel? Hotel? Homestay? Capsule hotel!? There are plenty of options. However, if you have a bit of extra change and some time to dedicate to a truly historical experience, the ryokan might be an enticing [...]
Tyler MacNiven is an easy guy to spot in a crowd. He’s tall, with bright hair and extremely outgoing. His charisma has taken him all over the world, including a win on the TV show The Amazing Race (season 9), and Iran, where he filmed his documentary I Ran Iran. Despite traveling all across the [...]
