If you like pancake and butter, you need to save this Tokyo spot! First up: the iconic pancake topped with a literal slab of premium, grass-fed butter. Watching it melt is pure therapy. We also grabbed their warm, crumbly scones and a bubbling-hot, ultra-creamy potato gratin to balance out the s

Did you know Klook eSIM has a Data Bank where you can save your unused data for your next trip, or even gift it to a friend or family member who’s travelling next? Had some data left over from my previous China trip, so here’s how you can use your Data Bank: 1️⃣ Go to your Klook eSIM page → D

No car? No problem. 🚆🌿 Exploring Nagano and the Japanese Alps for 6D5N without driving was easier than we expected! From taking the Skyliner at Narita Airport to hopping on the Shinkansen, scenic railways and buses, we got around the region entirely by public transport. We’ve put together our

Here’s a quick overview of our Nagano itinerary! We’ve also linked out the individual posts for each day if you want to dive into the details! ☀️DAY ONE: TOGAKUSHI • Visited Togakushi Shrine and Okusha Shrine • Walked through the beautiful cedar forest trails • Had some of the famous Toga

If you’re heading to Matsumoto, PLEASE add this to your food list 🤤🍴 We stumbled across the Hamburger Steak at Amiya Yakiniku Restaurant and we loved it SO much. The hamburger steak was juicy, tender and packed with flavour, with that delicious grilled aroma you want from a yakiniku spot. It

Here’s exactly how our day went 👇 ⏰ 5:30AM Woke up early + caught the earliest bus to Kamikochi 🏔️ 7:08AM | KAMIKOCHI Arrived after ~1.5 hours and started our walk towards Tashiro Pond 🌿 7:59AM | TASHIRO POND & WETLAND Quiet morning trails, wetlands and beautiful mountain views 🥾

One of our favourite little finds in Matsumoto! We visited ISHII MISO, a traditional miso brewery that's been around since 1868, and joined their free guided tour. The tour takes you around the brewery where you can see the huge traditional wooden barrels, learn how miso is made and get a

If you're spending a day in Matsumoto, here's a route we loved that mixes food, art, local culture and a little sightseeing 🇯🇵 1. ISHII MISO We started the day at ISHII MISO, a local miso brewery where you can join a free guided tour and learn more about how miso is traditionally mad

If you're exploring Matsumoto and need a little pick-me-up, TRAD Matcha Café is a lovely spot to add to your list! We stopped by for some matcha and a little break from exploring the city. The café has that cosy, understated Japanese feel that makes it easy to slow down and enjoy a quiet aft

Crossing the Japanese Alps was one of the highlights of our Japan trip! From Toyama to Matsumoto, we experienced 6 different modes of transport, breathtaking mountain views, and even got to walk through the famous Snow Wall. ❄️ 🎫 Before You Start We bought our tickets online in advance and star

A day filled with fresh seafood, scenic train rides, iconic landmarks, and comfort food. 🍣 Himi Fishing Port Fish Market Restaurant Started our morning with an incredible seafood brunch. If you're a seafood lover, this is the perfect first stop, everything tasted so fresh and delicious!

If you're visiting Toyama and love seafood, Himi Fishing Port is definitely worth adding to your itinerary. 🦀🌊 Known for its fresh catches and local seafood, it's a great place to enjoy a meal made with ingredients straight from the port. During our visit, we ordered the Sashimi Set (

One of the best day trips from Toyama? Definitely the Kurobe Gorge Railway. 🚂 Getting there was surprisingly easy. From Toyama Station, we took the local train to Unazuki Onsen Station, which is the gateway to the Kurobe Gorge Railway. The journey takes around an hour and is well connected, maki

One of our favourite day trips from Nagano had to be Togakushi, peaceful shrines, towering cedar trees and some of the best soba we had in Japan ✨ Here’s how we planned the day: 🚌 Getting there from Nagano We purchased our round-trip bus tickets directly from the Alpico Bus Ticket Office loc

Stumbled upon this spot while exploring emSphere and it turned out to be such a solid Thai food fix. 🤤 The food here tastes pretty authentic, super rich, aromatic, and packed with flavour! 🌶️🍋 Definitely hits the spot if you’re craving legit Thai cuisine! We went all in and ordered a bunch to

We were finding a day tour to do during our trip in Bangkok and came across this join-in tour on Klook. The guide was punctual at the meet-up point, which made the start of the day feel smooth before heading out to Kanchanaburi Safari Park. One of the highlights was taking the park bus through t

Hidden in Song Wat, this matcha atelier is one of the coolest cafes we visited in Bangkok. CÉRÉMONIALE Matcha Atelier is located inside an old shophouse that’s beautifully preserved, but step inside and you’ll find a sleek, dark, and very minimal matcha bar. The contrast makes the space feel ex

Visited a few cafés while we were in Bangkok and put together this list for anyone heading there soon! You can find more details in each café’s individual post. 1. LOCAL BOYS COFFEE 994 Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100, Thailand 2. La Cabra Bangkok 813 Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 1

If you love Thai tea, this is the place to be 🍃 Tucked away in one of the charming alleys of Talad Noi, Citizen Tea Canteen is a hidden gem worth seeking out. The space is uniquely designed yet calming, with earthy tones and a cosy atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and enjoy your drink