*IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE HELLO KITTY CRAZE: Despite originating in Japan, Taiwanese adults and children The tradition of Din Tai Fung continues today, globally, in the United States, United Kingdom, Japan,

OCTOBER Japan reopened for tourists (yay!), fall colors were on display in a big way (gorgeous!)

It holds the second highest number of Michelin stars per square meter (behind Kyoto, Japan).

Japan matches. 3rd July was another overloaded day consisting of touring and football.

23rd, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics went ahead, despite widespread public opposition and spiking cases in Japan

Sayan House: The cuisine is an interesting mix of Balinese, Japanese and Mexican (think sashimi tacos

*OZU BAR: This Japanese-themed bar/restaurant is a hidden gem on the bustling Hollywood Road.

This mausoleum was built by emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.