• Should I Visit Japan in 2020
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    Should You Visit Tokyo (and Japan) in 2020?

    July 12, 2018 - By 

    Tokyo is hosting the 2020 Summer Olympics from July 24 to August 9, 2020, at a variety of venues in and around the city. It’s an exciting time for Tokyo and the rest of the country as construction is in full-swing to get ready for the games (also check out the adorable mascots). A common question that I have received a lot of lately is “should I visit Japan in 2020?” It’s not a simple yes or no answer in most cases. I’ll break down a variety of scenarios that’ll help you decide if you should wait or come to Japan…

  • Airbnb
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    What to Do If Your Airbnb in Japan Was Cancelled

    June 10, 2018 - By 

    Airbnb is a popular way to save money on accommodations while visiting Japan. I use it often when I travel outside of Tokyo visiting other parts of the country. Home sharing in Japan was made legal only last year. Under this new law, hosts have to hold a license by June 15, 2018. In a quick turn of events, the Japanese government made an announcement on June 1, 2018, that all hosts who don’t have a license must cancel all reservations made before June 15, 2018. You can read the full story on the Airbnb website. If you’re travelling to…