Hostels are often a budget traveler’s go-to choice for accommodations around the world. Not only do they provide us with the basic necessities for life on the road, but also the chance to meet — and learn from — other like-minded travelers from

The Top Sights & Experiences For Any Traveler To Japan

Dec 3rd, 2018 14m 49s

Even though Japan is not a huge country, it certainly isn’t small either. While cities like Tokyo and Kyoto are flooded by tourists every year — and for good reason — there are ways to experience a more off the beaten path side of the country a

Everything You Need To Eat On Your Trip To Japan

Dec 3rd, 2018 14m 11s

Few countries can compete with Japan when it comes to food. While sushi, sashimi, and ramen may be the first things you think of when it comes to Japan’s culinary offerings, the country offers a wider range of exciting and unique flavors (and t

Don't Plan Your Trip To Japan Without These Resources

Dec 3rd, 2018 14m 49s

Have you recently hit the ‘buy’ button and booked your ticket to Japan? Maybe you’re still in the planning stages but a trip is definitely coming up? Sometimes taking the plunge and buying your ticket can feel like the biggest step, but when it

What's The Best Way To Get Around Japan?

Jan 9th, 2018 12m 56s

While Japan may look small compared to its neighbors like China and Russia, it boasts a North-South distance longer than the west coast of the US, and can be surprisingly difficult to navigate. In this episode, we're looking at some of the opt

How To Travel Japan On A Budget

Jan 9th, 2018 15m 22s

There's a persistent myth of Japan being one of the most expensive countries in the world to travel to, with almost everyone you talk to giving stories of $20 cantaloupes or $400 taxi rides. While the cantaloupes part might be true, the fact i

Why Japan Should Be At The Top Of Your Travel Bucket List

Jan 9th, 2018 12m 52s

Japan has always been a country that has captivated travelers from afar, and those who have visited once often find themselves routinely returning for more. In this episode of HI! Japan, we're exploring what it is about Japan that fascinates u

How To Stay Connected When Traveling In Japan

Jan 9th, 2018 9m 40s

Japan is one of the most technologically innovative countries in the world, with myriad technologies that become widespread in Japan long before they make their way to the rest of the world. As such, you might expect Japan to be a hyperconnecte

Introducing HI! Japan: A Podcast About Budget Travel In Japan

Jan 5th, 2018 1m 11s

In this episode, we introduce the topics for season 1 of HI! Japan, and what to expect from this new podcast exploring the budget side of traveling to Japan you never knew existed. HI! Japan is a podcast presented by Hosteling International J