The Nakameguro Strip – A Cherry Blossom Hotspot with Trendy Shops and Cafes Aplenty
You never step into the same river twice is no truer for the ever changing Meguro River that runs through and defines Nakameguro. The area has gone through many incarnations from Edo times when Tokyo was a river city bustling with commerce and trade along the many rivers that crossed it.
An Otaku’s Day Out in Takarazuka, Hyogo
There’s a city in Hyogo Prefecture called Takarazuka, and if you’re really into Japan, you’ll know that the city is famous for two things, one of them more well-known than the other.
A Guide to Aomori on Foot
In Aomori, traveling by foot can be very time consuming as public transportation or access to certain attraction spots are limited. However, there are still many attraction spots to visit on foot easily during your visit here.
Ito – A Popular Hot Spring Town on the Coast
Ito is one of the famous onsen areas that’s located on the eastern coast of the Izu peninsula.
Exploring Eastern Tokyo – Culture & Fun in the Sumida Ward
Now known primarily among visitors as the home of Tokyo Sky Tree, Sumida ward can easily provide a long weekend's worth of tasty food, Japanese history and culture, shopping, and entertainment. This article introduces five stops worth venturing eastward for.
Ushiku Buddha – The Giant Daibutsu Buddha of Ibaraki
Contrary to many seated Buddha statues, the Ushiku Buddha statue stands at a marvelous height of 120 metres, with a 10 metres base and 10 metres lotus platform. What you see in pictures are nothing compared to what meets the naked eye.
Enjoying the Excitement of Autumn at The University of Tokyo
Well now it’s autumn and Tokyo is no less mesmerizing with trees that leaves start to turn yellow before finally falling during winter. It may be hard to imagine but I found a lovely spot to enjoy the autumn at The University of Tokyo and it’s one of my favorites!
Discovering the Hidden Treasures of Higashi Chaya and Utatsuyama in Kanazawa
In this article, I want offer some suggestions for walking routes where you will discover all of it: historical sites, temples and shrines as well as nature and food!
Sweet & Elegant – An Omotesando Afternoon
It is synonymous with upscale shopping, eating, fashion, and art, and is conveniently located right next to kawaii culture mecca, Harajuku.
15 Things to do in Kumamoto City
Here we present 15 things to do in Kumamoto City.
Why Ochanomizu, Tokyo is a Worthy Spot on Your Next Itinerary
As such, Ochanomizu has much to offer visitors, in the form of inexpensive Indian curry eateries, religious sites, and a street lined with musical instrument shops.
A Summer's Day in Zushi, Kanagawa
A few rather popular activities here in Japan during summer are hiking, beach surfing and picnics. I present a summer’s day in Zushi, Kanagawa, consisting of a relaxing and scenic hike at Mount Takatori (with different start and end points), finished off with a stroll in the beach.