I only managed to visit Hiroshima after my third visit to Japan, and that was only after living in Tokyo for 3 months! To help others visiting Hiroshima, I’ve put together a Hiroshima Itinerary. If you’re planning on spending 1 day in Hiroshima (or longer!) read on if you want some tips on planning your …
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The Ultimate Miyajima Itinerary
I still remember the first time I visited Miyajima. Our ferry was making its way towards the island, and we spotted Miyajima’s famous floating torii gate in the distance. Little did I know, I’d spend my next few days falling in love with this small island. To help others visiting, I’ve put together a Miyajima …
7 places you need to visit that are off the beaten path in Japan
Most visitors to Japan tend to stick to the traditional tourist trail of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. I did this on my first trip to Japan too! After living in Japan and since visiting again, I wish I had ventured off the beaten path in Japan sooner! Exploring smaller cities or towns in Japan can …
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9 things to do in Hokkaido, Japan
Sashimi that’s so fresh it melts in your mouth. Fields of flowers that go on forever you need to check your hayfever meds. A sea of clouds, you think you’ve stepped into a magical alternative universe. No, my friends… You haven’t accidentally started reading a book filled with make-believe or fairies. This is Hokkaido. The …
Kamikochi: hiking in the Japanese Alps
If you’re looking for weekend trips from either Tokyo or Kyoto, then look no further than Kamikochi. This beautiful area in central Japan is part of what is considered the Japanese Alps. I spent 3 nights here, though you could visit just for the weekend and still not feel rushed. It was a great way to …
6 things to do in naoshima, Japan’s art island
Naoshima Island, also known as Japan’s Art Island is famed for its art museums and outdoor sculptures. Most famous is the “giant pumpkin” by artist Yayoi Kusama which is the unofficial icon for Naoshima. For me, visiting Naoshima started off as a crazy pumpkin hunting mission, but turned into a full-blown love affair. To help …
Shirakawa-go: Central Japan’s forgotten magical village
Japan has no shortage of things to do, things to see. As any visitor to this country can attest to, even just visiting the major cities (Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka) can leave you with aching feet and a to-do list longer than Santa’s. While it can be incredibly hard to avoid trying to do ALL THE …
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