a travel notebook, by Apollo
I went to Japan.Here's where you should go.
One cat. One notebook. Full of places I'd go back to tomorrow. From the neon of Tokyo to the quiet shrines of Kyoto, the street food of Osaka and the sea air of Kobe. Pick a city, follow the cat, and let the pages do the planning. Turn the page, Apollo knows the way.
or look for:
Meow, I'm Apollo. I packed a tiny backpack, a camera and a very big appetite, and wandered Japan sniffing out the good stuff: halal wagyu, quiet shrines, coffee worth waking up early for, and the best spots for a nap with a view. Every page in this notebook is a place I'd happily go back to. Follow my paw prints, eat well, and don't forget to look up.
— Apollo 🐾
one train, one big day
Day tripsBase yourself in the city, wander out for the day.
Apollo's favourite escapes from Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka: how to get there, what it costs, what not to miss, and where to eat halal.
Fares and passes change. Last checked October 2026, so double-check on Google Maps or Navitime before you go.
before you fly
Apps for JapanDownload these before you land.
Grouped by what you'll actually need them for. All free to download unless it says otherwise.
App details change often. Last checked October 2026.