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When I think about Japan, cities like Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka come to my mind. But Japan is much more that visiting its capital. Traveling to Japan can be an amazing experience if you want focus on discovering its countryside and the local traditions. The luxury train adventure: Seven Stars Seven Stars is the first luxury cruise sleeper train in the country, crossing the island of Kyushu and stopping along the way, allowing passengers to take part in different excursions. The interior of the train has been designed by Eiji Mitooka on the creation concept of JR Kyushu Chairman Koji Karaike. Local artisans have helped furnishing the interior with a fusion between Japanese and Western designs. There are two trips you can take on the Sever Stars: a 4-day/3-nights journey or a 2-day/1 night journey. There are only 14 rooms on board the train, keeping the journey quite intimate for its passengers. The prices for a 4-day journey in a regular suite start at 655,000 yens (about £4930). ...

On my short stopover in Tokyo I came with one mission in mind: to eat my way around all things sweet in Harajuku. This neighbourhood is famous for its colourful creations – be that in the form of ice cream, giant fairy floss, quirky clothes and all the keyrings your heart desires. Here’s a guide to the best sweets to eat in Harajuku… tried and tested! Totti Candy Factory My first stop was Totti Candy Factory, located on the main shopping street of Harajuku on the second floor. The cotton candy comes as an oversized treat bigger than your head and in different colours/flavours from top to bottom. Side note: you’ll only need one to share between yourself and a few friends, these things are gigantic! Location | Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−５ RYUアパルトマン 2F The Zoo Ice Cream My next stop was to visit The Zoo Ice creamery and hand over my 500 yen for a cute decorated animal ice cream of choice. I picked the straw...

Wakayama is just fun to say, isn’t it? Wakayama . Gets me every time. Want to know what else gets me every time? Finding a hidden gem in one of my favorite countries, especially when it just so happens to offer most of my favorite things as well! Beaches, scenic landscapes, hot springs, sushi, ramen, and lovely Japanese people who bow their heads and greet you even if you’re just entering a 711. My secret Wakayama city has all of that, but what makes it even more unique than some of the well-known cities in Japan, is that it’s not crowded or touristy AT ALL! In fact, I basically felt like I lived there! But unless you’re actually trying to move to Japan, I’d recommend doing at least a three day visit like I did to Wakayama. There’s a ton of things to see and do, and since Wakayama isn’t insanely spread out, you can probably get to all of it in just a few days. Although, if you’re a fan of soaking in natural hot springs that overlook the ocean, and eating some of the freshest hig...