Here’s the “top 3” Shakkei
borrowing landscape gardens of Mount Hiei in Kyoto.
How to experience Kyoto on a budget
Here’s my selection of the best and cheapest ways to explore Kyoto.
Hiking Mount Inari and Daimonji in Kyoto
If you’re looking for a half day hike in Kyoto, here are the best hikes in the city.
5 Places You Must See in Kyoto
Here are top 5 places for a short journey to escape the crowds in Kyoto.
Tokyo’s Most Walkable City: Ginza
My recommendation of Ginza is to walk the main street during daytime. Due to the reflection of light, you can take good photos there.
A Picnic in Tokyo: A Guide to Yoyogi Park
When you come to the Shibuya and Harajuku areas in Tokyo, Yoyogi Park near the Meiji Shrine is the best place to take a rest or a picnic.
The 5 Best Curry in Tokyo
Here are my most favorite curry shops which I have visited several times in Tokyo.
Exploring Toyama’s Neighborhoods
Here you’ll find the best things to eat, see and enjoy beautiful scenery around Toyama city.
Checking In: Yaomachi’s Traditional Ryokan in Toyama
Stayed at Yaomachi’s traditional inn, Miyata Ryokan established in the late Edo era, in the mid 1850’s.
A Guide to Tateyama Alpine Route
Here’s a quick guide for first time visitors to Kurobe Dam to ensure you know how to go through.