08/07/2025
These things may surprise you.. 😅
When we visited Japan, we thought we were prepared but these things caught us out..
1️⃣ Wasting time on overrated viral food
It’s easy to get caught up in visiting all the viral food spots but tbh our favourite meals were the random spots we stumbled upon. Don’t fall into the trap of queuing for hours for every meal!
2️⃣ Over planning our itinerary
We had minimal flexibility in our itinerary for plans to change! When we changed our Mt Fuji day trip due to weather, we nearly had to miss out on other experiences.
3️⃣ Not carrying enough cash
Many small cafes, temples, and markets are cash-only. We got caught out a few times!
4️⃣ Overpacking
Dragging heavy suitcases up endless stairs and through crowded train stations wasn’t fun!
5️⃣ Not booking things in advance
Sounds contradictory to overplanning, but some things must be booked early – like sunset tickets for Shibuya Sky or you will miss out!
6️⃣ Skipping a ryokan stay
We skipped this to “save money” and regret missing out on this beautiful cultural experience 😭
7️⃣ Staying in the wrong area
Make sure your accommodation is near a main train station and has good dining spots nearby. It makes everything easier!
SAVE this for your Japan trip so you don’t make the same mistakes as us!! 🤦🏼♀️
