Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
With a bounty of things to do in Nara with kids, Nara, Japan, deserves a prominent spot on your day trip itinerary when staying in either Kyoto or Osaka. It’s an easy day trip and has a plethora of things to see and do. Just a short train ride away, Nara is renowned for its …
On our last trip to Japan, watching a Pro Wrestling (particularly New Japan Pro Wrestling) match in Tokyo was at the top of Striker’s bucket list. A big fan of WWE wrestling since he was small, he told me that Japan’s pro wrestling is more realistic. My next challenge was to try to get tickets. …
Japan’s Himeji Castle (姫路城, Himejijō) also known as White Heron Castle (Shirasagijo), has a rich and storied history dating back over 400 years. Originally built in the 14th century, the castle underwent significant expansions and renovations in the late 16th century, resulting in its iconic form seen today. Throughout its existence, Himeji Castle has withstood …
On our very first visit to Japan with kids I booked a hotel close to Takadanobaba Station purely to hear the theme song each time we caught a train! You see, one of my personal special interests is Astroboy, known in Japan as Mighty Atom 鉄腕アトム. This special interest runs deep and had our family …
Travelling in Japan with tattoos, tattoos in Japan and even, tattooing in Japan have become common themes in discussions with my friends and family when discussing their hopes to travel to Japan. It seems these days, the majority of those I surround myself with are inked and want to know how it will affect their …
If you are heading to Japan with at least one Harry Potter fan in your family, Universal Studios Japan with kids is an absolute must. It is here in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter that J.K Rowling’s creation is brought to life, providing possibly the best immersive experience you’ll find anywhere. Harry Potter’s World …
Originally the capital of Japan, Kyoto is one of the most popular destinations in Japan famous for its history and incredible cultural sites. When travelling with your family in Japan, there are so many things to do in Kyoto with kids. Having visited a few times with our family, we thought we would provide you …
Tokyo DisneySea has become our absolute favourite theme park. It has the uncanny ability to envoke a wistful nostalgia for places we have travelled around the world and somehow makes us feel like we are walking along the cobblestone pathways of Venice. Of course, we were absolutely thrilled to find ourselves back at Tokyo DisneySea …
When developing your Tokyo bucket list for your upcoming family adventures to Japan, teamLab Borderless is certain to feature. Since it was unveiled back in June 2018, this interactive art experience has become one of the most visited spaces in the city, and one not be missed. In true Japanese style, the ticketing and admission …
After a devestating blow on our first trip to Japan, I want to help you get Studio Ghibli Museum tickets in Tokyo so you don’t miss out like me! You see, just after the turn of the millennium I stumbled across a new anime movie called Spirited Away and became a little obsessed with the …
When travelling to Japan from Australia you will probably grapple with whether to land in Tokyo or Osaka with many of the airlines providing both options. With a bounty of things to do in Osaka with kids, perhaps you could fly into Osaka and leave from Tokyo (or vice-versa). I wonder if we can convince …
Osaka is a dynamic city, the largest port city in Japan and home to a plethora of attractions and cultural sites to explore and experience with your family. However, like most places in Japan, finding a hotel that suits a family of four or more can be a little tricky especially if you want space, …
Hiroshima is a city that most Australian’s would have heard about in the context of World War II. It is a city which was reduced to rubble when the Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb on it back on August 6, 1945. It instantly killed over 80,000 people. Tens of thousands of people died in the …