10/07/2026
As we continue exploring the world, we’re constantly inspired by our trusted local partners and the exceptional hotel partners that shape every journey. We believe how you travel and where you stay are just as important as what you see, eat, and do. The quiet morning coffee, the perfectly mixed cocktail after a long train ride, the architecture steeped in history, the incredible meals, and the people who welcome you like old friends are what turn a trip into something unforgettable.
Our third visit to Japan somehow made us fall even deeper in love with this incredible country. We thought we’d seen so much already, but the real magic happened when we ventured a little further off the beaten path.
We began in Tokyo at BVLGARI Tokyo, an elegant sanctuary above the city and the perfect place to unwind before setting off across Japan. In Toyama, Rakudo An, a beautifully restored 120-year-old farmhouse with just three guest rooms, offered a completely different experience. Surrounded by rice paddies and guided by its incredible steward, we explored nearby villages, discovered the beauty of Japan’s Mingei craftsmanship, and were reminded that true luxury is often found in authenticity.
Takayama brought us to Taniya, a restored century-old machiya where it felt less like checking into a hotel and more like stepping into Japan’s living history. In Kanazawa, Hyatt Centric was the perfect base for exploring a city overflowing with art, gardens, geisha culture, and unforgettable food. We ended in Osaka, eating and shopping our way through Japan’s vibrant kitchen before finishing with a memorable stay at Waldorf Astoria, where beautiful rooms, sweeping views, and exceptional hospitality made for the perfect finale.
Every destination gave us something different, every hotel became part of the story, and every experience reminded us why we travel—not to check places off a list, but to collect moments that change the way we see the world, and maybe even ourselves.
Japan, we’ll never stop coming back.
