Where I know the most—Everything Japan!

Living, travelling, culture and language learning blogs about Japan!
A headshot of Kirstie, the creator of the site, in a street in Japan

I’m Kirstie, your resident wanderer! I've been either backpacking or living abroad on and off since 2015. Now in my fifth year in my current home of Tokyo, I've been lost enough times, renewed enough visas, and missed enough trains to think I might just be starting to get the hang of being a wanderer after all.

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Thumbnail images to represent each blog that leads to the blog contentLearn Japanese in 2025—The Best Japanese Language Learning Apps, Textbooks, Classes and Strategies

In my language learning journey so far, I feel like I’ve tried every app, website, class and textbook out there. So to save you the trouble, I've narrowed down the best apps, textbooks, classes, and other methods so that you don't have to!

Thumbnail images to represent each blog that leads to the blog contentTokyo Cherry Blossoms—The Ultimate Sakura Viewing Guide From Peaceful Hidden Rivers to the Most Packed Parks in the City

There are SO MANY sakura spots around the city, but this is my list of recommendations if you want a little bit of everything. From the crowd-pleasers where it’s worth braving the madness, to hidden gems where you can enjoy the blossoms in relative peace, Tokyo has a little bit of everything.

Thumbnail images to represent each blog that leads to the blog contentHow to Use an Onsen or Sento in Japan—the in Depth Guide You Need!

I love going to onsen in Japan, but I will admit, going for the first time can be intimidating! So let’s run down the do’s and the don’ts, as well as a general flow of how your visit is probably going to go. With these tips, you can bathe with confidence!

Thumbnail images to represent each blog that leads to the blog contentHow Much does it Cost to Move to Japan—Cost Breakdown and Budgeting

Moving to Japan isn’t cheap, but it can be done on a budget. So how much do you need, as a minimum, to move to Japan? Assuming you already have a job lined up, I think a minimum of...

Thumbnail images to represent each blog that leads to the blog contentWhat Its Like Teaching English In Japan—My Experience & How You Can Do It Too

I taught English in Japan for about a year and a half. How was it, how do you get into it and, most importantly, would I recommend it? Get all those answers and more about teaching English in Japan!

Thumbnail images to represent each blog that leads to the blog contentWhere to Live in Tokyo: Which Neighbourhood is Best For You!

Whether you’re moving to Tokyo for the first time or have lived here for years, Tokyo is full of awesome places to live! These are my top choices of the best neighbourhoods to live in, considering which major station you want direct access to.