A Day Trip to Nara, Discovering Beautiful Temples and Shrines
A day trip to Nara from Kyoto or Osaka is a must if you want to discover some of …
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Hiroshima: Life after the Atomic Bomb
It happened in Hiroshima. Prejudice is unreasonable and should be avoided, but truth is that as much as I …
How to Travel by Train in Japan: 3 Useful Tips
If you’re planning a trip to Japan, chances are that you’ll take the opportunity to travel around and discover …
A Traditional Japanese Wedding in Miyajima
A sudden quietness fell on the Itsukushima Shrine, the highlight of Miyajima, together with the floating gate. I turned and …
Himeji Castle and the Legend of Princess Sen
Is there anything as evocative as a castle perched atop a hill? Imposing and graceful, Himeji Castle is likely …
Naoshima Island: A Unique Experience in Japan to Enthrall Art Lovers
If you’re traveling to Japan and are passionate about art and architecture, you should add Naoshima Island to your itinerary.
This unique isle will enthrall art lovers, especially the ones interested in modern art and contemporary architecture.
Kyoto: Falling in Love with Ginkakuji, the Silver Pavilion
It was a gray and rainy day and I headed to Ginkakuji, the Silver Pavilion, a little disappointed. I had hoped …
