Welcome to Oops! Japan Edition


 Welcome to Oops! Japan Edition  

What They Don’t Tell You About Japan (But You Wish They Did)


Japan is a beautiful and fascinating place — but it can also be confusing.  

Whether you’re new to Japan or just visiting, there are things no guidebook tells you.


That’s where this blog comes in.


Here, we share real stories, small mistakes, and everyday surprises — from using IC cards to navigating konbini, public transport, local customs, and more.


Each post is short, practical, and based on real-life experiences.  

Our goal? To help you avoid the “Oops!” moments... or at least learn from them.


Let’s explore Japan — with fewer headaches, and a few more smiles.


このブログは、日本に来たばかりの人や、短期旅行で訪れる人のために、  

「ちょっとした失敗」「予想外の出来事」「日本特有の仕組み」など、  

ガイドブックには載っていないリアルな体験を元にお届けしています。


ICカードの使い方から、コンビニ、交通マナー、生活のヒントまで。  

日常の “Oops!” な出来事を、ユーモアと知恵に変えてお届けします。


あなたの日本での毎日が、少しでもスムーズで楽しいものになりますように。

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Oops! Japan #48 — Should You Buy a Suitcase in Japan? One suitcase in, two suitcases out? Let’s talk strategy

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Oops! Japan #10 — Bug Bites & Thigh Rashes How to Survive Japan’s Hidden Travel Hazards

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Oops! Japan #28 — You’ll Regret Skipping Rest Days （休養日なしは後悔のもと）Why Even Magical Japan Can Wear You Down

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  Oops! Japan #28 — You’ll Regret Skipping Rest Days （休養日なしは後悔のもと）Why Even Magical Japan Can Wear You Down English: Just came back from a 9-day Japan trip and feeling… wrecked? You’re not alone. One Reddit traveler shared how they packed their itinerary wall-to-wall with sights, food, and shopping — but forgot one thing: A day to do nothing. “I didn’t plan any rest day. I just kept going around and now I’m exhausted. Legs sore, eyes half-closed. I had to spend two days back home hibernating.” Even others chimed in: “I’d extend this to any trip longer than 7 days. Japan is magical — but physically draining.” “Next time, I’ll book a day at an onsen town or just sleep in and stroll slowly.” What counts as a rest day? Not sitting in a café between activities. A true rest day means: No sightseeing No strict plans Maybe a nice hot bath or a nap Staying in the hotel or exploring slowly around your base area Where to rest? Try a sento or onsen — even city ones like in Osaka Book a hotel ...
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