The Real Reason Why I Left Japan!

I Wanted to Travel Again… So Why Do I Feel Weird?!

I am back on the road again after leaving Japan, and honestly, it feels more complicated than I expected. In this episode, I talk about solo travel, leaving behind friends and routines, arriving in Korea, travel burnout, freedom, stability, and the weird feeling when your dream life suddenly starts feeling normal. Very peaceful. Very emotionally stable. Obviously.

The Real Reason Why I Left Japan!

After living in Japan for over a year, I made the decision to leave. Not because Japan was bad. Actually, I still love Japan. The food, the culture, Tokyo life, the tiny daily routines, all of it became a huge part of my life.But at some point I had to be honest with myself: my need to travel, explore new countries, and try new things became stronger than my need to stay comfortable in one place.In this episode of BackPackTrack, I talk about the real reason I left Japan, why closing this chapter feels weird, scary and exciting, and why sometimes loving a place does not mean you are supposed to stay forever.New countries, new stories, and probably more questionable decisions are coming soon. Obviously.

How Hard Is It to Start a New Life in Japan?

🇯🇵 Starting a new life in Japan sounds terrifying… until you actually do it.Before moving here, I had every horror scenario in my head:What if I do not get my visa?What if I cannot find housing?What if the paperwork is impossible?What if I completely fail? 🤡And honestly? The hardest part was overthinking it.Once I got my visa, things became way more manageable than I expected. In this video I talk about how I handled the big steps of moving to Japan:✨ visa process🏠 finding accommodation📱 getting a phone plan🏦 opening a bank account🗾 adjusting to everyday life in JapanIt was not always smooth (because… Japan bureaucracy loves a challenge 😅), but it was definitely not as impossible as people make it sound.If you are thinking about moving abroad, studying in Japan, or starting over somewhere completely new, this video is for you ✈️

My Honest Opinion About Japan After Living Here for a Year

Japan is one of the most loved countries in the world, but what is it actually like after living here for a year? In this episode, I share my honest opinion about Japan, the good, the bad, and the things people often romanticize too much.I talk about the cons like the weather, work culture, and how overtourism is hitting big cities while smaller places get left out. But I also talk about why I still love Japan so much, from the incredible food and unique culture to the fashion, the variety, and the little things that still make this country feel special to me.And the biggest question of all, is Japan still my favorite country? You will find out at the end.#Japan #livinginjapan #lifeinjapan #realtalk #life #dailylife

Best Apps to Make Friends While Traveling Solo

Making friends while traveling solo can feel scary at first, but it honestly gets way easier once you know where to look. In this episode, I talk about some of the best apps to meet people while traveling and what they are actually good for.I go through Hostelworld, Couchsurfing, Bumble, Going Solo, and Meetup, and talk about which ones are best for travelers, which ones are better for locals and expats, and why apps alone are still not enough if you never leave your bed and talk to people.