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We help you explore the world’s best cities and show you what to see and what you can skip. That way, you can truly experience the culture, history, and soul of each place and make the most of your valuable time off.
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Japan
Japan is hands-down one of our favourite countries to explore. It’s a place where centuries-old traditions live side by side with high-speed trains and buzzing city streets. And with the World Expo 2025 happening in Osaka from April to October, it’s the perfect excuse to plan a trip.
We’ve pulled together some of our guides to help you experience Japan at its most interesting:
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About us
Hey there!
We’re Viola & Sebastian, a London-based couple from Germany with a serious love for exploring cities. Over the years, we’ve lived in three countries and visited more than 50.
This blog is built on our passion for culture, history, architecture, and design. We’re not here to chase trends or tick off sights just because they’re popular. On our trips, we want to experience the character and soul of each place so that we can spend our time and money in a way that’s worth it.
After exploring hundreds of cities around the world, we’re here to share what we’ve learned. We highlight the best places, what to see, and what to skip, so you can make the most of your time and money too.
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