When you hear “Himeji” you probably think of the beautiful “Himeji Castle”...
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From Kanto to Kansai: Kumano Kodo + Nakasendo (Autumn 2017)
This was probably my longest Japan trip ever since 2007. Either I lived in Japan or my trips were...
50 Day Trips from Kyoto You Just Have To Know About
People always ask me about good day trips from Kyoto or Osaka. Especially if you have allotted...
Cafe de Miki – Cute Hello Kitty Cafe in Himeji
Hello Kitty and Sanrio fans out there, this is definitely interesting for you, so keep reading...
Visiting Japanese Filming Locations of Dramas and Movies
Japan has so many sights to offer that it’s sometimes hard to choose. As you might know...
Top 3 Night Views in Japan
Japan loves lists, so it’s not a surprise that you’ll find lists for almost everything...
Why Manga Fans Should Visit Kansai
Are you interested in manga? Then you definitely should visit Kansai, especially Kyoto. Why, you...
Aioi Peron Matsuri – Dragon Boat Racing Festival near...
If you happen to visit the beautiful Himeji Castle towards the end of May, you might want to...
Japan’s 47 Ronin of Ako – The Greatest Example Of...
Have you ever heard of Japan’s 47 Ronin? Nope? Ok, but do you know what a ronin (ろうにん、浪人) is...