Japan Travel Smart Podcast
1) The konbini AND Japanese supermarket geek-out episode!
It's time to get you up to speed with the wonderful world of Japanese convenience stores, as well as the relatively low key supermarket offerings. What sets them apart? How do you ask the clerk for a ...Show More
2) [RE-RECORDED] Smart to visit: A sampler escapade on the revitalized coast of Iwate
Dare to head away from the well trodden path and go into coastal Iwate for a different Japan! Find out how we did it on this episode of Japan Travel Smart! Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at Ko-...Show More
3) [RE-RECORDED] 9 understated Japan survival tips
What is some travel advice applicable to Japan that no one is really bringing up? Find out in this episode! Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at Ko-Fi!Business contact and listener feedback: japan...Show More
4) [RE-RECORDED] My 9 favorite online resources for where to visit and what to do in Japan!
So you’ve decided to do your own travel itinerary planning for your trip to Japan. But where should you start? Here are some websites that will make it easy. Support the podcast! Buy me a coffee at K...Show More
5) An update about upcoming episodes
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6) The easiest way to include Shikoku in ANY Japan Travel plan!
Were you already thinking you'd need to skip Shikoku on a trip around Japan? Think again! I'll tell you how easy it is to include the island region of Shikoku on ANY Japan itinerary.Errata: At 11:08 w...Show More
7) Japan forever changed: Thoughts on the state of tourism and travel in Japan
Japan has changed so much ever since we first started visiting. Some of these changes really alter the travel situation for better or for worse! Find out what changes actually affect your visiting exp...Show More
Japan forever changed: Thoughts on the state of tourism and travel in Japan
30:42 | Dec 28th, 2025
8) 9 insane tourist traps of Tokyo (and our perfectly sane alternatives)
These Tokyo attractions and experiences are popular, but are they worth it in 2025 and beyond? Be sure to listen in before signing off on that Tokyo travel plan!Business contact and listener feedback:...Show More
9) The well-trodden Nara and the hidden Nara
Nara is not a "day trip". Here's why.Nara Park, Todaiji Temple and Kasuga ShrineHeijo Palace Site, Toshodaiji Temple, Yakushiji TempleImaicho Town, Tanzan Shrine, Hasedera TempleBusiness contact and l...Show More
10) 9 more tips for saving money on a Japan trip!
Don’t waste your travel budget on simple mistakes that can be prevented by listening to JTS! We’ve got 9 more ways to stretch your yennies on this episode of the show! Lodging: Minshuku and shukuboObs...Show More