With its towering basalt cliffs, gleaming emerald-green water and misty waterfall cascading into the river below, Takachiho Gorge is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Kyushu, and …
One of the things I love most about Tokyo is that, no matter how many times you visit, there’s always something new and fun to discover. On a particularly rainy …
An easy one-hour train ride from Tokyo awaits the quaint seaside city of Kamakura. After spending a week in Tokyo, we traded the shiny skyscrapers and neon lights for salty …
Despite being an avid hiker, I haven’t done that much hiking in Japan over my last five trips. On my most recent trip in May 2025, I decided to tick …
After six trips to Japan, I finally ticked off a long-standing bucket list item: attending a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto. I’m not sure why it took me so long. …
The canola fields near Perth usually bloom around August each year. It makes for an incredible sight to see the rolling paddocks of endless gold whilst driving along the peaceful …
If you’re craving a peaceful nature escape away from the buzz of Osaka, Minoh Park makes for a perfect day trip – one that’s easy, scenic and surprisingly under the …
It was my fourth time in Osaka (and sixth time in Japan!), and for this trip, I was keen to explore more of the sights beyond the city’s sprawling metropolis. …