Eisaku

I’m Korean, previously lived in Japan, and I help Travlists with Japan travel guides, Japanese-language articles, travel research, photos, videos, and practical booking details.

Japan is the destination I know best. I travel to Japan at least twice a year, and I use those trips to follow what travelers are booking, what attractions are getting attention, how transport options work in real life, and what details visitors may need before they book.

I previously lived in Shinjuku, so a lot of my Japan travel perspective comes from spending time in Tokyo beyond the usual tourist routes. My travel style is simple: I like discovering new places, trying activities I have not done before, and finding casual food, drinks, izakayas, and local spots that make a trip feel more personal.

Okinawa is one of my favorite places in Japan. I like its slower pace, beaches, local food, and the way it feels different from Tokyo, Osaka, or other major city trips. That kind of contrast helps me think about Japan travel beyond only the usual first-time visitor routes.

I’m also usually the person friends ask when they need Japan travel tips. Whether it is where to stay, how to plan a Tokyo itinerary, what activity is worth booking, or which area makes sense for a first trip, I’m always happy to share practical advice based on places I know and trips I have taken.

Outside Japan, I also contribute travel notes from trips around Asia, including Vietnam and Guam. But most of my Travlists work focuses on Japan travel, Japanese-language content, and practical travel planning for visitors to Japan.

For eSIM articles, I help analyze booking data and reader behavior so Travlists can better understand what our readers actually chose after reading our guides. For Japan articles, I help shape content plans based on market trends, travel demand, local context, and what travelers are likely to need before they book.