Tracey Harrison

Tracey Harrison is a travel writer who specializes in road trips, coastal drives, and small-town discoveries. She shares practical itineraries and local recommendations to help readers uncover memorable places beyond the usual stops.

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Evening view of Osaka’s Dotonbori canal with travelers walking and neon lights reflecting in the water.

Best Places to Stay in Kansai: Osaka vs Kyoto and Beyond

Planning a Kansai trip in 2026? Learn whether to base in Osaka or Kyoto, when to overnight in Kobe, Nara, Koyasan or onsen towns, and which areas fit you.

Sep 30, 2026

Hokuriku Shinkansen train arriving at Kanazawa Station with city and hills beyond.

Hokuriku Shinetsu Itinerary Guide: Routes via Nagano & Kanazawa

Plan a smart Hokuriku Shinetsu route from Tokyo through Nagano, Toyama, Kanazawa and Fukui, with Niigata as a branch. Learn realistic timings, bases and side trips.

Sep 20, 2026