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Naoshima Teshima travel guide to Japan's art islands, Naoshima Teshima two-day itinerary cover

January 7, 2020November 16, 2022East Asia, Japan

Naoshima and Teshima, Two Day Itinerary of Japan’s Art Islands

Yokohama cup noodles museum vs shin yokohama ramen museum, make your own cup noodles, Nissin ramen museum, instant ramen museum, tokyo ramen museum

January 2, 2020November 19, 2022East Asia, Japan

Shin Yokohama Ramen Museum vs Yokohama Cup Noodle Museum

Two foodie hot-spots in Yokohama draw both a local and foreign crowd: The Yokohama Cup Noodles Museum, and the Shin-Yokohama Ramen museum. If you are spending a day or more […]

Hiking Taroko Gorge National Park Independently, how to get around Taroko Gorge independently without a tour, Taroko Gorge without a tour, Taroko gorge from Hualien, Taiwan hiking independently, taking the bus around Taroko Gorge without a tour cover

December 18, 2019June 21, 2025East Asia, Taiwan

Hiking Taroko Gorge National Park Independently, from Hualien, Taiwan

Taroko Gorge is one of the most scenic places I visited in Taiwan. Sharp, forest-covered cliffs jut sky-high around you while a bright blue river flows below. It’s a great […]

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December 15, 2019June 12, 2020East Asia, Japan

Teshima, Japan: Art Island’s One Day Itinerary

Jeonju one day itinerary, how to spend one day in jeonju: eating bibimbap, exploring the old hanok village, walking along the river, visiting the market and mural village, catholic church and portrait museum cover

November 20, 2019October 14, 2022East Asia, South Korea

Jeonju, South Korea One-Day Itinerary and Self-Guided Tour

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, […]

November 18, 2019June 17, 2024East Asia, Japan

Best Day Trips from Tokyo

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 day trip from Taichung, Sum Moon lake day trip itinerary from Taichung or Taipei, how to get to sun moon lake, how to get around sun moon lake, things to see at sun moon lake, things to do at sun moon lake, Taiwan cover

November 16, 2019November 19, 2022East Asia, Taiwan

Sun Moon Lake Day Trip from Taichung, Taiwan

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 […]

November 14, 2019November 5, 2021East Asia, Japan

Yokohama Day Trip from Tokyo

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 […]

Odakyu Kamakura Enoshima Free Pass, one day in Kamakura and Enoshima itinerary, Kamakura and Enoshima day-trip itinerary from Tokyo Bronze buddha, Enoshima sea candle, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

November 6, 2019November 19, 2022East Asia, Japan

Kamakura-Enoshima Day Trip From Tokyo

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! […]

November 4, 2019November 19, 2022East Asia, South Korea

DIY Trip to Nami Island from Seoul

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 […]

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November 2, 2019May 4, 2023East Asia, Japan

Six Amazing Tokyo Viewpoints

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, […]

Hiking Koyasan pilgrimage hike in Japan, Mt. Koya hike pilgrimage from Osaka, holy mountain hike cover

October 21, 2019November 16, 2022East Asia, Japan, Trekking

Hiking Koyasan in Japan

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 […]

Baegundae Summit hike in Bukhansan National Park, from Seoul, South Korea. How to get there, what to expect hiking cover

October 15, 2019November 19, 2022East Asia, South Korea, Trekking

How to Hike Baegundae Summit in Bukhansan National Park, Seoul

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 […]

October 6, 2019November 19, 2022East Asia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Trekking

Best Treks in Asia

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 […]

Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo tips on visiting in Naka Meguro cover

September 22, 2019October 24, 2023East Asia, Japan

Visiting The Starbucks Reserve Roastery In Tokyo – All You Need To Know

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 […]

Climbing Mt. Mitake Day-trip from Tokyo. How to get to Mt. Mitake, how to climb, things to do at Mt. Mitake summit temple pinterest

September 6, 2019November 16, 2022East Asia, Japan, Trekking

Hiking Mt. Mitake, Day Trip From Tokyo

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 One-day itinerary, Itsukushima shrine and floating torii gate Miyajima sunset Miyajima island guide japan, things to do, viewpoint, how to get to Miyajima from Hiroshima, day trip guide, Miyajima Itsukushima shrine pinterest

September 1, 2019November 26, 2022East Asia, Japan

Miyajima Island One-Day Itinerary

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 […]

HIroshima peace memorial museum visit, August 6th 1945 Hiroshima peace memorial ceremony 2019 Cenotaph victims memorial pinterest

August 27, 2019November 19, 2022East Asia, Japan, Solo Travel

Remembering August 6th, 1945 – The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony

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 […]

Mt. Misen hike Miyajima Japan itinerary, Miyajima day-trip mount misen hike is worth it views islands pinterest

August 22, 2019November 26, 2022East Asia, Japan, Trekking

Mt. Misen Hike and Observatory on Miyajima Island, Japan

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 […]

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August 15, 2019July 10, 2021East Asia, Japan, Tips

Seishun 18 Kippu, the Cheaper JR Pass Alternative

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 […]

When to climb Mt. Fuji, how to climb Mt. Fuji summit independently. Things to pack, what to wear, how to prepare for climbing the Mt Fuji summit from Tokyo, Japan bullet climb

August 8, 2019November 16, 2022East Asia, Japan, Trekking

How To Climb Mt. Fuji Independently

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 […]

Finding a Sharehouse in Tokyo, how to find the best Sharehouse in Tokyo for you, including tips on where to search, location, budget, and sharehouse characteristics in Tokyo, Japan

July 15, 2019May 3, 2020East Asia, Japan

Finding a Sharehouse in Tokyo Guide

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Hiking Mt. Jinba to Mt. Takao, how to get to Mt. Jinba start of the trek from Mt. Jinba to to Takao-san

June 20, 2019November 16, 2022East Asia, Japan, Trekking

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