Joshua Meyer
School
Concordia College New York, Florida State University
Expertise
Theme Parks, Touring Movie Locations, Japanese Travel Destinations
- Joshua's guide to "Lost in Translation" locations in Tokyo ranked as the #1 top-performing article by organic search on the GaijinPot Blog in 2018.
- In addition to visiting (and writing professionally) about each of Japan's ten biggest cities, he has covered nature spots like Mount Fuji and other places in Asia, such as Singapore and Hong Kong.
- He has slept overnight in a Disney park and spent part of his honeymoon at the world's oldest hotel.
Experience
Joshua grew up in Florida, lived in suburban New York and rural Missouri, and traveled cross-country in the U.S. before moving to Tokyo in 2010. Since 2017, he has contributed regularly to sites like /Film, Inverse, Japan Today, GaijinPot, and WDW News Today, with many of his travel-related articles focusing on tourist attractions with a pop culture connection. Joshua is certified to teach English as a foreign language and was a freelance editor on the Japan Tourism Agency's 2020 governmental signage project.
Education
Joshua holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English (creative writing) from Florida State University.
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Stories By Joshua Meyer
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Folks familiar with Anthony Bourdain's background probably know him as author as well as chef, so his recommended travel resource probably isn't too surprising.
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Live horses may bring some of the Disney magic to life for visitors, but there are a fair few reasons this long-lived tradition may not be worth continuing.
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Exploring the wild wilderness of federally protected land is typically safe, but this surprising Midwest national park is considered America’s safest.
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Did you know about this secret entrance to Animal Kingdom? With any luck, you can use it to skip the lines - and maybe stop for breakfast on the way in.
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If you're planning an upcoming trip to Universal Studios Hollywood, this is best spot on Universal's iconic studio tram tour, a must-do experience for visitors.
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It's not just "Rocky" and the amazing food scene that make this city worth visiting. You can find unique activities on a budget just as Samantha Brown did.
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No trip to the Northeast would be complete without visiting a few of the best culinary gems, and these came highly recommended by a trusted travel foodie.
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Who doesn't love finding a good deal on activities when traveling? Here's all the fun stuff you can do in Cleveland without breaking the bank.
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Get your camera and proton pack ready to visit the iconic Ghostbusters filming locations around NYC that you can still visit 40 years after the film's release.
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If you're heading to Japan you've probably added Mount Fuji to your list of things to see and do, but getting a picture-perfect view might be challenging.
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You've planned a dream trip to Japan, but caught a cold at the last minute. Don't pack the NyQuil though. You're better off buying cold meds there. Here's why.
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The parks at Tokyo Disney Resort are loved by fans from around the world, but what makes them so much better than the rest of Disney's amusement parks?
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Disney World fans have waited years to find out when the park's Splash Mountain replacement would open. Here's when you'll finally get to experience it.
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Hotel booking websites want you to make a purchase. Fair, but there's one particularly sneaky sales trick that you should know before making a reservation.
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Disney is the happiest place on Earth, right? Maybe nowadays, but one attraction was so upsettingly frightening that it needed to be shut down for good.
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Whether your flight gets cancelled or you've planned your visit, here what Anthony Bourdain recommends doing (and eating) for a day in the Windy City.
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You may want to choose one of Disney's other locations when planning your next theme park vacation, as Yelp reviewers weren't too impresssed with this one.
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While some may be familiar with the famed Nara Park deer, you can can also see hundreds of friendly deer roaming free on this beautiful Japanese island.
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Up your Instagram game and make your followers jealous with a trip to not just one, but two dazzling interactive museums currently on display in Tokyo.
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Solo travel has numerous advantages. However, it will also prevent you from visiting one of Nagasaki's most notable tourist destinations, and for valid reasons.
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Packed with historic references, a star-studded legacy, and modern conveniences, this city has earned a designation as one of the best "true Western towns.”
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A cup of java can make early hours at the Magic Kingdom easier; however, acquiring your coffee can quickly become a headache if you choose the wrong spot.
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Only 10 miles from the Tallahassee Airport, this historic bike trail in Florida runs along the Emerald Coast and weaves through inspiring natural splendor.
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While people often associate Harry Potter with Universal Studios, you can visit even more of the Wizarding World in these unexpected places.
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While it may seem obvious that you should respect the destinations you're visiting, some people feel compelled to leave their mark on historic landmarks.
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Serious Disney fans may be familiar with its lore and legends, but many don't know that you can tour the fabled secret tunnels under the Magic Kingdom.
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Even if you're never heard of Görlitz, Germany, chances are you've seen it on-screen in a number of the many high-profile films that have shot scenes there.