As the former capital of Japan, Kyoto is a popular tourist destination. It’s wonderful to see people flocking to the area to learn about Japanese culture, but the crowds can be overwhelming. If you’re in the area and need a break, you might check out some of the best places for forest bathing in Kyoto. …
Wondering where to stay in Kyoto? The former capital of Japan is a popular tourist destination despite becoming a bit of a ghost town in recent years due to the pandemic. If you’re planning a trip, you’ll soon discover that it’s one of the busiest Japanese cities. That’s why I prefer a clean, modern hotel …
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Looking for a list of the best shrines in Osaka? There are many! This is a very popular topic, so you\’ll find a lot of blog posts and articles with different recommendations. For the purpose of this post, I\’ll be sharing some I\’ve visited recently and I\’ll update as I continue to explore. The ones …
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On August 6, 1945, the first atomic bomb fell on Hiroshima. Approximately 150,000 lives were lost, half of them on that first day. Almost 75 years later, it’s clear that emotions are still raw but that the people of Japan are resilient. In my opinion, if you’re in the area and can make a day …
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Kyoto is Japan\’s third largest city and many consider it to be the heart of the country. Founded as Heian in 794, it’s also one of the Asian nation’s oldest cities. While it’s golden age was between 794 and 1185, a Kyoto day trip is very popular with tourists who flock to the area to …
