My first adventure and 10 Day Travel Tips (series title is a work in progress) was to the beautiful and bustling Japan. Having 10 days in Japan was perfect it gives you the right amount of time to explore different areas and travel across the country. Below I will recap the perfect way to spend 10 days in this wonderful country.

Day 1-3 Tokyo

Day 1

Arrive at Narita airport mid-afternoon. There are a few things to do before leaving for Japan and before you even step foot outside of the airport.

• First: make sure to reserve a JR Pass if you will be traveling around Japan for more than 7 days (which I highly recommend.

• Second: Make sure to reserve a Wifi Hotspot to use throughout your trip. Also, make sure you set the pickup location to the right airport.

Take the train to an Airbnb in Shinjuku Just as a heads up Narita is about an hour away from downtown Tokyo but it takes the same amount of time to take a taxi and will be twice the price. Once you check in and try to stay awake long enough to grab some sushi for your first meal in Japan!

Day 2

You will be jet-lagged (I promise) so might as well use it to your advantage and sign up for a Sushi making class at the Tsukiji Fish Market. Doing this allows you to see the non-touristy side of the market and learn how to prepare your own sushi, along with tasting a wide variety of Sake.

Shortly after that ends head over to MariCar for one of the coolest ways to see Tokyo. Grab your costume and get ready to explore the streets of Tokyo through your very own go-kart (banana peels not included ;) ). If you aren't too tired I recommend getting a dinner reservation at Kagaya. There are no words for the experience you get at Kagaya but it is definitely worth it.

Day 3

Sleep in a bit and pick your next lunch spot.

Two of my favorites are Eggcellent in the Roppongi area and if you are lucky enough to get a ticket Tsuta is the world's first Michelin star ramen restaurant. Catch the train down to Hiroshima (~5 Hours).

Day 4

Head over to the Peace Park and War memorials before heading back on a train towards Osaka. If you have more time there is plenty to do in Hiroshima including:

-Mazda Museum

-Shukkeien Garden

-Hiroshima Castle-Short Walk North from Peace Park

-Hiroshima City Manga Library

Osaka is another Japanese city great for exploring. There are plenty of restaurants and nice bars to grab drinks at ( I would recommend the Marriott for classier drinks). Exhausted from your day of traveling and exploring rest up for your noodle making class the next day. Not into cooking classes? Osaka has a Universal Studios, a famous castle, and a massive aquarium.

Day 5

Say goodbye to Osaka and catch the train to Kyoto using your JR Pass (~15-25 minutes). A must in Kyoto is staying in a Ryokan. A Ryokan is a type of traditional Japanese inn that has existed since the eighth century A.D.... Such inns also served travelers along Japan's highways. They typically feature tatami-matted rooms, communal baths etc. Typically Ryokans provide you with a dinner and breakfast. You won't get to see a menu but rest assure the food and service will be like nothing you've ever experienced. I recommend two nights here if you have the time, in order to have time to enjoy the showering system and relaxation time before heading off for more exploring. We stayed here but there are plenty of options in all different budgets

Day 6

Find out from your Ryokan if your luggage can be shipped to your next destination (trust me this will save you a lot of hassle). It's time to explore Kyoto! One of the must do's is visit the Kinkaku-ji or Golden Temple. Plenty to see and do at this attraction but after your done I recommend heading back into Downtown Kyoto and finding the Nishiki Market.

Day 7

Wake up early for the once and a lifetime experience of visiting the Fushimi Inari-Taisha or Orange gates. Get there before 7am to avoid the crowds in order to get your Instagram ;). As I always say you can sleep when your dead. Be sure to grab a nap and then find some delicious ramen before heading to the Sagano bamboo forest (located in Arashiyama).

Day 8

Head back to Tokyo and stay at the Park Hotel. Be sure to request an Artist's Room, each are fully decorated and painted by different artists.

Time to explore Tokyo some more! Also if one of your days in Tokyo lands on a Sunday I highly recommend going to Yoyogi Park to check out a group of guys who dress like greasers and perform in the middle of the park. Another interesting experience in Tokyo would be Robot Restaurants. Typically not the best food but definitely a performance you don't want to miss.

Day 9

Continuing exploring Tokyo by heading to the world's busiest intersection in Shibuya. Grab lunch at Madosh Cafe for an all avocado meal (they even have their own custom Soda bar). I also recommend visiting a few different department stores such as Tokyu Hands and Loft. If you have time visit an exotic animal cafe such as an owl cafe or hedgehog cafe. There's also an amazing art store called Pigment. Oh and be sure to walk across the world’s busiest intersection!

Day 10

Your final day in Japan. Wake up early and make your way to the Senso-Ji Temple in Asakusa. Today is your food day so have your hotel make you a reservation for an Omakase lunch and Kobe Beef dinner. For dinner I recommend Premium Pound while it is slightly fancier and a little more Westernized it is the perfect meal to end your trip on. There's plenty more to see and do in Tokyo this article barely scratches the surface. Feel free to share your tips and tricks for exploring Japan with me! I will definitely be going back.