DISCOVER THE AUTHENTIC JAPAN

Hidden spots, real experiences
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Experience the Real Japan.
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Tokyo secret spots

Tokyo’s Hidden Gems.

7 secret places in Tokyo most tourists never discover.

• quiet neighborhoods

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Cheapest restaurants in Japan

Over 60 cheap restaurants across Japan.

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Best rural towns in Japan

After years exploring the country, hitchhiking through rural areas and living on the road, I discovered that the real magic of Japan is often hidden in small towns and forgotten villages.

"Your Name" Real Locations

Find the heart of the story. A visual guide to the real-life stairs, stations, and landscapes that brought

"Your Name" to life. Pure anime magic, in person.

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The Hidden Historic Towns of Japan

118 preserved traditional districts across Japan. A curated guide to Japan’s officially preserved historical towns and streets.

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Japan on a Budget: Backpackers and Vanlifers guide

A practical guide for backpackers and vanlifers to explore Japan cheaply, safely, and authentically. 10 years of experience, 7 trips, hitchhiking adventures and 1 year in a van, all in one guide.

About Me

Hi, I'm Gerard, 27 years old
from Barcelona

For years, I’ve been uncovering a Japan that most travelers never see. My journey wasn’t spent in hotels, but on the road, hitchhiking across the islands and living for an entire year in a camper van.

This unconventional lifestyle caught the attention of TV Tokyo, leading to my feature in three episodes of the national show YOUは何しに日本へ？.

After seven expeditions and thousands of miles exploring remote towns and local traditions, I stopped traveling like a visitor and started living like a local. Now, I use that firsthand expertise to help you discover the authentic Japan, the one that exists far beyond the guidebooks.

As seen on TV Tokyo "Why Did You Come to Japan?"

From hitchhiking across the country to living the authentic van-life in the Japanese Alps, my journey has been featured on national television in 3 different episodes. I don't just write about Japan, I’ve lived it, breathed it, and shared it with millions of viewers.

Real Experience: 10 years experience exploring rural Japan.
Trusted Authority: Featured expert on Japanese culture and travel.
Local Approval: Traveling with deep respect for Japanese traditions has allowed me to access places and stories most travelers never see.

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How I can help you:

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