Emma Bassett grew up in Kent but she currently teaches environmental science in Japan while documenting her adventures in the country on her beautiful Instagram feed. Read on to find out about her favourite places to unwind on weekends and discover the dish she wasn't expecting to like but now she can't stop ordering at Japanese izakaya pubs!

Japan’s nature is a highlight of every visit and you don’t have to limit yourself to spring when planning your dream holiday! Depending on the area you visit, you can enjoy different aspects of Japan’s great outdoors and time it with your favourite blossoms. In the spirit of this month’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, we explore Japan’s beautiful flowers and reveal the best time of the year to view them.

In Japan every season is the season of love. Stunning natural backdrops and Japan’s rich cultural heritage create the perfect atmosphere for couples to pop the big question or celebrate love on the honeymoon of your dreams. Read on to explore the most romantic spots Japan has to offer! 

After moving to Tokyo Greg sent some videos from Japan to his family in Canada and was surprised by the positive reaction. That's how he started his YouTube channel 'Life Where I'm From' where he shows every day Japan and short documentaries to his viewers. Read on to find out more about his life in Japan and discover his top tips for family travel around Japan!

Rosi moved to Japan on the JET Programme where she got a slice of countryside life in Shimoichi, a rural town in Nara prefecture. She later moved to Osaka where she is now in the process of opening her first vegan cake shop! We talked about her baking journey, best places for a plant-based feast in Japan, and her favourite must-see locations in Nara and Osaka.