The time has come: it’s peak sakura season in Tokyo! We’re sharing our Top 6 favourite spots to see Sakura in Tokyo, so you can make the most of your time in Japan, or plan your next trip! From secret local hangouts, to the most celebrated spots – we’ll give you the best tips and …
Kurashiki, part of Okayama prefecture, is a small city known for its Edo-style village – Kurashiki Bikan Chika. Here you’ll find traditional craft and food stores housed in restored kura – beautiful white painted old warehouses that were common during the Edo period. A peaceful canal runs through the centre, framed by weeping willow trees. …
Autumn in Japan is a magical time. The humidity slowly disappears and the skies are clear; perfect for hiking and sightseeing. Takao San is a beautiful mountain located in the far west of the Tokyo metropolis. This is one of the top places to go kouyou-spotting (the changing of autumn leaves) in Tokyo and is …
Nikko is a stunning World Heritage Site in Tochigi – about 2 hours Northwest of Tokyo by train. You could get there and back in a day if you really wanted to, but we highly recommend making this a long-weekend trip. This magical area has a long history of sacred mountain worship. In summer and …
Did you know Edo (now Tokyo) was one of the largest cities in the world during the 18th century? Edo grew rapidly from a small fishing town into a cultural hotpot of Kabuki and courtesans, sumo and ukiyo-e art; images of the floating world which we’re still enthralled with today. The Edo period (1603-1868) was …
In September 2018, while we were still living in Fukuoka, we took a couple of days off to visit Beppu and celebrate Rob’s birthday. The only requirements for the trip were to relax, so I figured Japan’s most famous onsen town was the perfect place to go! Beppu is a small city located right above …