Category Archives: Japan
Visiting Osaka: what to see and do in the “kitchen of Japan”
Chaotic, bustling, a bit flashy… that’s Osaka to me. Japan’s third-largest city, just 40 minutes [...]
What to see and do in Sapporo, Hokkaido’s biggest city
Although Hokkaido had recently started to intrigue me, Sapporo was certainly not the destination on [...]
Matsumoto: visiting the castle and Yayoi Kusama’s hometown
Japanese Castles have an undeniable charm. Unfortunately, only a few original castles were spared from [...]
Mini-itinerary in Hokkaido in Winter
This year, my company truly outdid itself by organizing the bonenkai, the year-end party, in [...]
Day trip from Tokyo: Takaosan, nature&spirituality
Autumn in Japan is truly wonderful. The vibrant red of the Momiji (maple leaves) colors [...]
Tokyo Skyline: where to enjoy the best views
Every time I see Tokyo from above, I feel almost overwhelmed. A vast sea of [...]
Discovering the Tea Culture of Shizuoka: A Hidden Gem in Japan
Imagine rolling hills covered in vibrant green tea bushes, with the majestic Mount Fuji towering [...]