Takeoff: A Points and Miles Podcast · Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Japan, particularly Osaka as a gateway, is recommended for its on-the-ground value, including high-quality and affordable food, experiences, and transportation. While flights may require a significant number of points, the overall trip value remains high due to these factors.
“Japan is going to be my first choice.”
“I mean, it's still going to be a lot of points to get to Japan, but where you can find value is in the experiences on the ground.”
“And the value that you get on the ground in terms of food, experiences, transportation, it's all very high quality and surprisingly affordable.”