Family Trip to Japan: KLM Flight, Birthday Surprise & Our First Day in Tokyo
We began our family journey from Amsterdam to Tokyo on August 3rd, 2024. From a seat mix-up at the airport to a birthday surprise mid-air, this is the story of our unforgettable first day in Japan. After my Japan visa was approved, the day we had been waiting for finally arrived. Our long-awaited family vacation to Japan was about to begin! But right from the start, we ran into a small hiccup… Watch the vlog version on YouTube: Nasi en Stamppot Flying to Japan with Kids on KLM: The Seat Problem At check-in, I was booked together with my husband, Bas, and our youngest son, Milan, but not Caesar.…
How to Apply for a Japan Visa from the Netherlands as an Indonesian
Today marks the official start of summer holidays in the Netherlands. My family and I are planning a trip to Japan. My husband and children are Dutch citizens and do not need a visa to visit Japan for stays of up to 90 days. However, I hold an Indonesian passport and, unfortunately, must obtain a visa to enter Japan. Arranging a visa might not seem like a particularly special topic—usually, you just fill out a form and gather the necessary documents for the Japanese embassy. However, in this blog, I will share my unique experience of obtaining a visa to Japan as an Indonesian who does not have a surname…
