Day 3 of Spring Special saw us explore more of Kyoto, wandering past temples, flowers, and bunnies (really) as we took in the spring sunshine. #pacset #travelamongfriends #japantravel #kansai #cherryblossoms

Some of us are "hang out at the beach with a sea turtle" people, and some of us are "sail across a lake chasing birds" people. We've got that + more: Hokkaido and Okinawa are waiting for you this summer! Join us: www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p/hokk... www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p/isla...

ICYMI: We're taking a quick 10 question anonymous survey on Japan travel, and it comes with the opportunity to win fabulous prizes. If you have 60 seconds to spare, click the link below and offer us your opinion! Thank you <3 #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

The second day of Spring Special saw us climb Mt. Inari, walk among the bamboo in Arashiyama, and take in a ton of Kyoto's best spring views 🌸 #pacset #travelamongfriends #japantravel #kansai #cherryblossoms

BIG news in this week's update: we’ve confirmed the prices for ALL our 2026 trips! Also: Evan leads a deep dive into the role of timing and trip length in planning trips.

PacSet guest/awesome human Jeff has a new piece out covering rural Japan travel & the spots on our recent Spring Special trip with ties to the Yuru Camp series! 🏕️ Check it out: www.newsandtimes.com/2026/04/yuru... #travelamongfriends #animetravel #japantravel #yurucamp

Update: we never clarified which animals you will be able to pet on Pawprint Pathways. Please see the following guide for further details: 👍 = Yes 👎 = No 💣 = technically yes but we wouldn't risk it 👍 Bunnies 💣 Deer 👍 Pigeons 👎 Monkeys 👍 Cats 💣 That dude standing by the 7-11

The first day of Spring Special gave us plum blossoms, giant spirit creatures telling us to mind the gap, tasty amazing food, and everything in between! 🌸 #pacset #travelamongfriends #japantravel #kansai #ise #cherryblossoms

The press has written tons about the crossing in romantic terms (“a dance” - the NYT), the Shibuya government has gladly endorsed more billion dollar attractions in the area, and people who warned locals that the pop culture and internet fueled tourism wave was coming were mostly ignored.

ICYMI: We're taking a quick 10 question anonymous survey on Japan travel, and it comes with the opportunity to win fabulous prizes. If you have 60 seconds to spare, click the link below and offer us your opinion! Thank you <3 #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

The world is a bit crazy lately, so here's a friendly marmoset we befriended on Omakase 2024. If you would like to experience off-the-beaten-path mystery travel that may or may not involve marmosets, Omakase Mini has you covered! www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p/omak... #japantravel #travelamongfriends

Our Hokkaido and Okinawa trips for this summer are confirmed! More details in this week's post, in addition to a look back at the second half of last month's inaugural Spring Special adventure. #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

Day 1 of Spring Special! We visited Osaka Castle (and the plum garden!) before exploring the massive Tenjinbashisuji Arcade and having some fresh yellowtail for dinner~ #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

PacSet is taking a survey about Japan travel, and we need your help! The details: www.pacsettravel.com/news/th...

PacSet is thrilled to announce that our legendary winter trip, Fire And Ice, is BACK on the schedule for 2027! Sapporo Snow Festival, Fire Flinging, a really fancy resort, and much more of the most fun you'll EVER have in the snow. The details: www.pacsettravel.com/news/fi... #travelamongfriends

We feel compelled to remind you all that TOMORROW is the last day for you to sign up for the best two week, all-expenses-included food trip to northern Japan EVER. Don't miss out; you deserve this feast! Details: www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p... #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

On the blog this week: we recap our recently completed Anime De-Tour, share some stories of fire swinging/ice sliding/other winter wonders, and more! PLUS: It's last call for Taste of Japan North! www.pacsettravel.com/news/an...

Omakase 2026 is SOLD OUT. The good news? You can still join this year’s Omakase Mini! All the same mystery of the other trip in a smaller, bite-sized package! www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p... #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #mysterytour

A thing we've learned: when it comes to making Ice Cream, spinning makes it good. Oh, and you should join us to spin, sail, and savor all the flavors of northern Japan on Taste of Japan this May! Signup: www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p... #pacset #japantravel #travelamongfriends #hokkaido #tohoku

If we’re being honest, we’d be a little surly too if we were advertising a shop selling our own kind in edible form. #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

It has come to our attention that some of you have never had the ramen in Sapporo. We know this can happen, but fortunately there's a solution: Taste of Japan North. Two magical weeks, everything included, and ramen that will change your life. Join today: www.pacsettravel.com/trips/p...

We have a brand new website, and a we've confirmed a BUNCH of our prices for spring and summer! Come hang out with us for some of the most inventive, creative Japan adventures out there! www.pacsettravel.com/news/we...

We're running our third Taste of Japan North trip this May. Want a peek at the menu? Of course you do! If you want to join the feast, signups are open until February 27! www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

Today is the FINAL day of PacSet's 2025 Sale! We'll be taking signups until Midnight EST, and after that, the sale (and the awesome free shirt that comes with it) ends! Before your NYE party, sign up for the best party you'll go to in 2026! www.pacsettravel.com/adv-cart #pacset #japan #japantravel

A look back at our fall trips, PLUS: an extension of our sale! If you want to go to Japan in 2026, there's no better time to sign up than right now! www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

The fine folks at Metal Injection spoke with our Lords (@lordsofthetrident) about last year’s massive “Extra Pointy” metal adventure! Read on: metalinjection.net/editorial... #pacset #pacsettravel #lordsofthetrident

More info about our roster of long-form trips, an extension of the current sale period, and more fun news in today's update! www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

ICYMI: We launched a whole ton of new trips last month, and we're here to tell you more about them! On tap today: a look at the shorter trips on the schedule + a preview of the awesome T-shirt you get if you sign up by 10/31. 🎊www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

I'm in Houston for my connecting flight to Japan. I'll be on the ground for 4 weeks. Two weeks will be with @pacsettravel.bsky.social for Taste of Japan Nihonkai, about a week in Tokyo, half a week in Fukuoka - half of that for pottery shopping - and a couple of days each for Kyoto and Nara.

Back at our favorite dessert bar EVER, Sweets Bar Mont Pignon! You should come here with us: www.pacsettravel.com/adv-car... #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

ICYMI: We launched a whole ton of new trips last month, and we're here to tell you more about them! On tap today: a look at the shorter trips on the schedule + a preview of the awesome T-shirt you get if you sign up by 10/31. 🎊www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

In 2 hours: 14 NEW TRIPS Launch! Evan will be on Twitch to talk about it and answer questions about ANYTHING Japan travel related. You know that guy in your office who keeps ask you for Japan travel advice? Send 'em over: www.twitch.tv/pacsettravel #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends

BIG NEWS: Our journey with our friends at Anime News Network, ANN in Japan 2025, is confirmed to depart! Join the party over here: www.pacsettravel.com/ann-in-...

The first batch of 2026 Trips drop next week! Here's a bit about what to expect, along with a policy change to ensure smoother transit through train stations.www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat... #pacset #pacsettravel #travelamongfriends #japantravel #japan

Our first 2026 trips launch next week, and we're taking the fight to the robots who want to take our jobs! Join us next Tuesday for the first round of 2026 announcements, and a Q&A for anyone planning a trip to Japan (yes, ANYONE). The details:www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

If 2025 has been feeling a little TOO exhausting, we've got just the thing: a relaxation-oriented trip to Hokkaido and Tohoku! Soul of Autumn 2025 kicks off this October – but act fast; applications close tomorrow! Join us: www.pacsettravel.com/soul-of...

You wouldn't pay a robot thousands of dollars to operate on you. Why are you letting it plan your vacation? 2026 drops August 18. #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #no愛forAI #thelaststand

Join us for the Saijo Sake Festival or an exclusive Anime studio trip with our friends at Anime News Network! Plus: A teaser for 2026…  www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

Miyajima on Day 5: we laughed, we explored, we visited the “floating” Itsukushima Shrine, and we pet some local deer (who did not try to eat our stuff, thankfully). #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #hiroshima #miyajima

Day 4 of Best of Japan brought us west to Hiroshima! After reflecting on the past at the Peace Park, we celebrated the city’s present with some exploring and delicious Okonomiyaki! #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #hiroshima

Before hitting Akihabara on Day 3 of Best of Japan, we got the chance to make our own soba with Maeda-sensei and shop for the finest in cooking goodies in Kappabashi! #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #bestofjapan

Day 2 of Best of Japan saw us visit Harajuku and Shibuya, where we bought cute goodies, nibbled on treats, and explored urban parks. Then it was off to Tokyo Bay on a yakatabune dinner cruise! 🛥️ #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #bestofjapan

Best of Japan kicked off with a rainstorm (!) but the day finished with great views and an amazing dinner, so it was worth braving the weather :) #pacset #japan #japantravel #travelamongfriends #bestofjapan

BIG NEWS: We've partnered with our friends at @Sake Secret AGAIN for another Sake-centric journey across Japan! More on that + details on price drops for our fall offerings, right here: www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

BIG NEWS: The price of our trip with our friends at Anime Detour has DROPPED! More about that, a price drop for Fests and Quests, and the last few remaining spots on our fall trips are going quickly! www.pacsettravel.com/the-lat...

In the final Omakase 2025 video blog, we go... back! Our guide goes over how the trip is made before we jump into the present for a VERY nice meal and a round of questions from our guests. youtu.be/SG98VVnDruY #pacset #pacsettravel #japan #japantravel #blindboxtour #mysterytour #travelamongfriends

Venture underground with us on a visit to the Oya Historical Museum! Also: a cave temple, and a hint at what's coming for the last episode of the video blog... youtu.be/vzX80UqOeTk #pacset #pacsettravel #japan #japantravel #blindboxtour #mysterytour #travelamongfriends

On today's episode, we visit a cat-operated train station, explore a castle, and paint our own Akabeko! youtu.be/D8FYWiwqK4o #pacset #pacsettravel #japan #japantravel #blindboxtour #mysterytour #travelamongfriends

The journey takes a surprising turn (north) and finds itself in Aizu Wakamatsu! We hit a historical samurai home, settle in at our onsen, and... befriend a moth? It's complicated, guys. youtu.be/7RMgaqRcjjw #pacset #pacsettravel #japan #japantravel #blindboxtour #mysterytour #travelamongfriends

What can you do in Onomichi? If you're us, you can pay your respects to the cat shrine, take in some awesome island views, sip fizzy lemon drinks, and eat amazing food. Watch us do that: youtu.be/8IOS_d6J84Q #pacset #pacsettravel #japan #japantravel #blindboxtour #mysterytour #travelamongfriends