Hiking Taroko Gorge National Park Independently, from Hualien, Taiwan
Taroko Gorge is one of the most scenic places in Taiwan. Sharp, forest-covered cliffs jut sky-high around you while a bright blue river flows below. It’s a great place for […]
Taroko Gorge is one of the most scenic places in Taiwan. Sharp, forest-covered cliffs jut sky-high around you while a bright blue river flows below. It’s a great place for […]
Jeonju, the cultural capital of South Korea, is a charming gem of a town that should not be missed during your South Korea itinerary. Famous for its Jeonju Hanok Village, […]
Extra days in your Tokyo Itinerary? Seen all the top things to do in Tokyo and checked off some of the weirdest things to do there too? That’s a sign […]
Sun Moon Lake is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Taiwan, with over six million visitors every year. The region’s natural beauty, well-preserved culture, and many activities makes […]
Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan, located just south of Tokyo. It’s known for being a massive port city home to an impressive Chinatown, and it’s a popular […]
Seoul is a dazzling metropolis that has something for everyone. Even after living in Tokyo for 6 months, I was impressed with everything Seoul had to offer. From historic palaces […]
Kamakura and Enoshima are separately, two beautiful day-trip destinations from Tokyo. If your time in Tokyo is short, combine the two trips to one in a jam-packed, Kamakura-Enoshima day-trip itinerary! […]
Nami Island is a popular day-trip destination from nearby Seoul, South Korea. The small crescent moon-shaped island was made famous by the wildly popular Korean love-drama, Winter Sonata. Nami Island […]
If you’re looking for the best Tokyo viewpoints, there are more than enough skyscrapers to choose from. Looking down upon the largest metropolitan area in the world, 38 million people, […]
Hallasan Mountain is the highest point in South Korea, located off the southern coast. Hallasan’s volcanic activity millions of years ago is what created its home, Jeju Island. It now […]
Mt. Koya, or Koyasan, is a holy mountain in central Japan that is reachable as a day-trip from Osaka or Kyoto. Traditionally, Shinto pilgrims would walk from the base of […]
Bukhansan National Park is a must-visit location just outside of Seoul city center in South Korea. The national park is a beautiful escape into nature, it’s free to visit, and […]
There is no better way to explore the culture and beauty of a country than to embark on a trek through its most scenic and remote regions. When visiting such […]
For Starbucks lovers, the world’s largest Starbucks and the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo is a sight not to miss during a trip to Japan. For anyone else who loves […]
Hiroshima is a vibrant city located a little ways down the coast from Osaka and Kobe in Japan. Known for being one of two cities that was devastated by an […]
Naoshima, one of the Art Islands in central Japan, is the perfect place to spend a day between Hiroshima and Osaka during your Japan itinerary. Not only can you experience […]
The immensely popular Mt. Takao day-trip from Tokyo might be a bit crowded for visitors looking to spend time in nature. Mt. Mitake is a perfect alternative day-trip from Tokyo […]
Miyajima Island near Hiroshima is a popular day-trip destination for all travelers to Japan. It’s a place to escape into nature, explore beautiful shrines, and admire the famous Miyajima sunset […]
8:15 a.m., August 6th, 1945. The moment the earth stood still for the 350,000 residents of Hiroshima, Japan. During World War II, an atomic bomb, nicknamed “Little Boy,” was detonated […]
Miyajima Island near Hiroshima, Japan is full of not-to-miss sightseeing spots. Summiting Mt. Misen, the highest point on Miyajima, is no exception, and the views are definitely worth the climb […]
Japan is home to a tiny Island of Rabbits – Okunoshima. “Rabbit island” is only 4km in circumference, easily accessible from Hiroshima, and is covered in friendly wild rabbits. Sounds like paradise, right? […]
Are you visiting Japan in August, December, or March? With the Seishun 18 Kippu, for 12,050 yen ($110 USD), you can take unlimited local or rapid JR trains on five […]
The Mt. Fuji summit is the top of Japan, reaching 3776m above sea level. Hiking to the top of Mt. Fuji was traditionally a pilgrimage hike that has become a […]
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