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“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber

D.I.Y. Japan: Itinerary and Expenses (Kansai-Hiroshima)

Our trip to Japan was shamefully short, but it was one of the best trips I ever had in my life. Here was where the journey was so much more … Continue reading

April 30, 2015 · Leave a comment

Tummy Travel: My Favorite Food Experiences in Japan

Our trip to the Kansai and Hiroshima regions would not be complete had we not tried various dishes that made Japan’s cuisine on the map of the foodie world. Here … Continue reading

April 26, 2015 · Leave a comment

Kyoto: Sakura, Ginkaku-ji and Path of Philosophy

It was time to say goodbye. As much as I would’ve wanted to stay, all trips have an end. Sadly, the end came too soon. Yet the end was wonderful. … Continue reading

April 23, 2015 · Leave a comment

Osaka: Umeda Sky Building and Dotonbori

Though we were based in Osaka, and in Umeda at that, we never really got to explore this city until the day before we left. Our base in Umeda proved … Continue reading

April 19, 2015 · Leave a comment

Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha

Of all the places we would be visiting in Kyoto, I was excited for Fushimi Inari Taisha the most. This is a Shinto shrine consisting of thousands of orange torii … Continue reading

April 15, 2015 · Leave a comment

Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera and Southern Higashiyama

Following our morning and early afternoon spent in the northern and central parts of the city, it was time for Southern Higashiyama. From Nijo Castle, we took the bus traversing … Continue reading

April 12, 2015 · Leave a comment

Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji and Nijo Castle

After spending our first (tiring) day in western Japan, we decided to spend our second day closer to home. It was time for Kyoto. Kyoto was actually our main reason … Continue reading

April 9, 2015 · Leave a comment

Himeji, Hiroshima and Miyajima in One Day

Japan gave us a cold welcome, literally. While the temperature soared during the first half of March, it suddenly dropped by the time we arrived. Yet, our short stay made … Continue reading

April 6, 2015 · 2 Comments

Japan is amazing!

It has been barely a week since I got back from this wonderful country, but I cannot help think about the next time I’ll visit. Truth be told, I was … Continue reading

April 1, 2015 · 1 Comment