Things to do in Japan

All the park staff were very friendly and attentive, especially at the Saido restaurant where I was able to enjoy a gluten-free meal without any issues. It's a shame it was raining, but we still had a great time and the wait times were quite good.

We arrived at DisneyLand at 7.30 and left the park at 8.30 to say we had a big day was an understatement, we chose to go down the fast passes avenue as we really did not want to wait in lines with kids. it worked for us! I will say if I was more organised we could have done it more efficiently but figuring it out as we went along was awesome too! So many favourites but one that stood out for us was The big thunder Mountain! kids ages were 10 and 7!

You need to buy tickets about 14-15 days in advance to get a good time. I booked two separate days and times because I was hoping to do one at sunset and another at night. even though I went on the site immediately when tickets were available, all the sunset optiobs were sold out. I thought going 1.5 hours early would be okay since there was a bar upstairs. but the it was so crowded that we couldn’t find space to sit & it was far to hot (late August) to stay in tge roof until sunset. so we took our pics and left. the following night was much better. I booked a 1940 time slot was much better. It was cooler, they had a light show and the skyline was incredible!!!

Okay. I felt a bit nauseous after the Harry Potter 4D experience. I was dizzy, but I couldn't miss it. However, I probably won't ride it again next time. Minions was quite fun. I also remember the Jurassic World ride, and Waterworld was memorable; if you sit in the front, you'll get soaked. I waited an hour for the Donkey Kong Express Pass. It seems like you need to go early and have plenty of time. I lost track of time. For food, I had Budae Jjigae outside, and the pizza inside wasn't good. The ice was frozen solid, only five pieces, and it was so hot that the trip was tough. A parasol is a must, and reapply sunscreen frequently. It's probably not great for people who don't like rides; I went because of the kids.

If you're taking the Sagano Romantic Train and then the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, it's best to allow an hour and a half between them. For example, if your train arrives at 11:00 AM, book the 12:30 PM boat ride. After getting off the train, there will be signs directing you through a tunnel to the bus stop. The bus will make a brief stop and then go directly to the Hozugawa River Boat Ride building. There's a small shop where you can buy snacks and drinks; definitely buy something to drink, as the boat shop won't appear for about an hour and a half after you board. The boatman on our trip was very entertaining, likely a veteran, and interacted well with the passengers. When we encountered rapids, he would playfully warn passengers about a little splashing. You won't get completely soaked, as there are tarps for cover. Throughout the journey, the boatman spoke a mix of Japanese and short English phrases, and also used gestures to point out the local wildlife. The boat ride is spectacular and highly recommended.

Stepping into teamLab Borderless at Azabudai Hills feels like crossing the boundary between reality and dreams. There's no fixed path here, only endless fantastical exploration. As light flows like ripples beneath your feet, you wander among shimmering light and shadow discs that sway like aquatic plants, making you feel as if you're in a dazzling, uncharted underwater world. Looking up, brilliant beams of light intertwine into deep geometric vortices; turning into another exhibition area, thousands of cascading fiber optic lights pour down like a rain of stars, enveloping you in a three-dimensional galaxy of flowing colors. The most captivating experience is undoubtedly the EN TEA HOUSE. As you pick up your matcha and ice cream, the previously still tabletop immediately blossoms with vibrant flowers and foliage, with blooms and wilting all happening within your cup. In this boundless labyrinth constructed from light, shadow, sound, and technology, every turn is a captivating feast of digital art.

This place is absolutely amazing. the pictures are great, but don't do it justice for everything you experience inside. It really is breathtakingly spectacular. Well worth the money, well organised and a really unique experience.

Booking through Klook is incredibly convenient! You don't have to waste time waiting in line to buy tickets at the venue. Just present the QR code you received to the staff at the entrance for scanning, and you can exchange it for a ticket and go up to enjoy the view immediately. It's hassle-free, and you even get a better price than buying on-site. The views of Tokyo are beautiful and very impressive. If you're planning to visit Tokyo Skytree, I highly recommend booking in advance through Klook. It's definitely worth it and meets all expectations! The convenience of booking through Klook:

It took us about 5-6 hours to eat and have butterbeer inside the Harry Potter Studio, haha! I saw reviews saying it takes at least 4 hours, and they were right! It was an exhibition worth the price, and my mother, who is in her 60s, also enjoyed it, finding it fascinating and fun to explore~! ☺️ I'm not a huge fan, but I grew up with Harry Potter, so I intentionally added it to my Tokyo itinerary, and I'm so, so glad I did ㅠㅠ💜 It was the Tokyo Harry Potter Studio with incredible historical accuracy and insane detail quality, so much so that it took half a day to see it all..👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Our guide, Jack "Captain" Jack, was very friendly and accommodating. Despite the weather, it was a lovely day with everyone. He shared the most important information with us, which made things even easier. Plus, he's a super photographer!

I did the 2 days Osaka Amazing Pass and it was worth it. I literally didn’t have to pay extra for attractions or metro because it was included. I didn’t have time to go to all the attractions but if I visit Osaka again I will buy it again. I like that the attractions and metro were all part of one thing so it was easy and accessible especially since it was my first time visiting. Also, you got discounts on some attractions such as Don Quijote Oval Ferris Wheel.

this was a good experience:) i didn’t have it planned before hand my original plans changed because of the weather so this was a great alternative option, great price, you can spend as long as you want exploring the exhibits, the team was so kind, and i was also able to book off klook while walking to teamlabs so that was also super nice and convenient, they also had free lockers!!