top of page

HOME
EXPERIENCING JAPAN
ABOUT US

Experiencing Japan

EXPERIENCING JAPAN
Travel Tips

All Posts
All Cultural Sites
Travel Tips
Know Before You Go
Kyoto Kansai
Central Japan
Northern Japan
Southern Japan

Person walking down autumn path through Japanese garden with golden maple trees and stone lanterns, representing deeper travel experiences for return visitors to Japa

Person walking down autumn path through Japanese garden with golden maple trees and stone lanterns, representing deeper travel experiences for return visitors to Japa

🎌 13 Smart Questions Return Visitors Often Ask Us About Japan

Already been to Japan? Discover 13 smart questions about seasonal timing, cultural insights, and hidden discoveries that transform your return into a deeper, more meaningful journey.

Three travelers pose with a rental car in front of Mount Fuji, Japan—perfect setting for a self-drive adventure.

Three travelers pose with a rental car in front of Mount Fuji, Japan—perfect setting for a self-drive adventure.

Unlocking Japan: Expand Your Horizons by Renting a Car

Unlock Japan's hidden gems by renting a car! Explore beyond the cities and experience authentic adventures off the beaten path.

Prescription capsules spilling from orange pill bottle showing medications subject to Japan import rules

Prescription capsules spilling from orange pill bottle showing medications subject to Japan import rules

Mind Your Meds! Essential Guidelines for Bringing Medication to Japan

Traveling to Japan with medication in 2025? This updated guide explains what’s allowed, what needs a permit, and how to avoid trouble at customs—straight from official sources.

Japan travel insights

Love finding the Japan no one’s talking about?

Join our mailing list for real stories, rare finds, and hidden gems—no fluff, no crowds.

First name*

Email*

I want to subscribe to your mailing list.

Media Inquiries?

For all media inquiries please contact us here.

Disclaimer

An Important Author Note

Zen Gaijin is a strictly non-commercial source of information for interested readers. We do not seek or receive any economic gain from our posts and have no affiliate links. We do not promote or sell any products or services, nor do we accept compensation for our opinions. Additionally, we do not solicit subscriptions. All goods and services mentioned in our posts are fully paid for by us.

Our blog content is entirely original, based on our own research and personal experiences in Japan. Please request permission before reposting any written content from Zen Gaijin or reproducing any images used in our posts. Thank you for respecting the integrity of our intellectual property.

© 2024, Zen Gaijin

bottom of page