Moo and Simon are a Japanese-British couple who fell in love with Kyushu and decided to start their own travel agency there. Kyushu Journeys helps English-speaking visitors plan their dream holidays around the beautiful Kyushu and offers incredible tours. Read on to discover their tips on exploring Kyushu on a budget, themed trips they offer, and top places you need to see when visiting for the first time!

Cornelia was always fascinated by Japanese culture so four years ago she packed her bags and and moved to Japan! She now lives in Yokohama where she's been teaching English and creating content for her YouTube channel where she candidly vlogs about her daily life and travels. Read on to find out more about her top cherry blossom spots in Tokyo and why filming Halloween in Shibuya was one of her favourite moments.

You don't have to be in Japan to experience its revolutionary aesthetics especially when it comes to natural scapes. Japan is famous for its unforgettable gardens and we've picked our top 10 authentic gardens you can enjoy without leaving the UK and Ireland! Check out our list to find out where to find the best traditional rock gardens, flowing waters and vibrant red torii gates!

Quinlan came to Japan from the US 20 years ago and he's a real one-man band. He's been self-employed for 19 years, he works as a translator, guide, actor, runs the 'GoNorth Japan' YouTube channel and he also runs a small Airbnb in Tohoku's Morioka! We talked to Quinlan about his favourite places to see cherry blossoms, who inspired him to start a YouTube channel (you'll be surprised) and asked him for some recomendations for first-time visitors!

Mett Jess Hallams who like many before her, came to Japan 'for just one year' and never really left. During her JET Programme placement in Fukushima, she fell in love with the local people, and now continues to promote it from Miyagi prefecture where she works in tourism. Jess shared with us her tips on exploring and tasting Tohoku (trust us, there is plenty of delicious food there). Read on to find out more about her adventures and training to become a sake sommelier!