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Romon Falls is a serene waterfall site along the Mt. Daimonji hike
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Travel

Romon Falls is a serene waterfall site along the Mt. Daimonji hike

Posted on: July 5, 2024July 30, 2025

Despite its name, the Romon Falls have nothing to do with Rome, but rather is the name of a beautiful waterfall site in the forests of Kyoto.

This Kyoto temple nestled in the forest will take you to another time
Kyoto / Mountain / Temple

This Kyoto temple nestled in the forest will take you to another time

Posted on: July 4, 2024July 30, 2025

Called the Zuiko-in Temple, this mesmerizing landmark is better known as the temple nestled in the forests of Mt. Daimonji.

Hiking through Mt. Daimonji offers mesmerizing scenery of Kyoto
Kyoto / Mountain / Philosopher's Path / Sports and Fitness

Hiking through Mt. Daimonji offers mesmerizing scenery of Kyoto

Posted on: June 13, 2024July 30, 2025

If you’ve ever wanted to run through thick forests and mountains like in the Lord of the Rings, then Mt. Daimonji is the hike for you!

Top 5 sunset spots in Japan ranked by beauty
Cherry Blossom / Fushimi Inari-Taisha / Kyoto / Mount Fuji / Mountain / Osaka / Sakura / Sunset / Travel

Top 5 sunset spots in Japan ranked by beauty

Posted on: April 17, 2024April 17, 2024

It’s called the Land of the Rising Sun for a reason. These 5 sunset spots in Japan will completely take your breath away!

What are the best ways to see Mt. Fuji? (Top 5 recommendations)
Cycling / Mount Fuji / Mountain / Onsen / Ryokan

What are the best ways to see Mt. Fuji? (Top 5 recommendations)

Posted on: March 20, 2024July 30, 2025

Mt. Fuji is easily Japan’s most iconic natural landmark. Having visited Mt. Fuji many times over the years, here are my top 5 must-do’s!

Why Japan is so beautiful – An obsessed foreigner’s perspective
Architecture / Cherry Blossom / Mount Fuji / Mountain / Shrine / Temple

Why Japan is so beautiful – An obsessed foreigner’s perspective

Posted on: March 7, 2024July 30, 2025

Mt. Fuji, sakura, and bonsai are the icons of Japan’s beauty, but the truth is there is an abundance of reasons that make Japan beautiful.

Mt. Daikichi offers a stunning view of Uji – Japan’s green tea capital
Kyoto / Mountain / Uji

Mt. Daikichi offers a stunning view of Uji – Japan’s green tea capital

Posted on: February 28, 2024July 30, 2025

It’s the land where the world’s most beloved matcha green tea flavors come from, and what better way to see Uji than atop Mt. Daikichi?

Exploring Enryaku-ji Temple – Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Site
Kyoto / Mountain / Temple / Travel

Exploring Enryaku-ji Temple – Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Site

Posted on: February 26, 2024July 30, 2025

Nestled in the mountainous ranges of Kyoto’s Hieizan (Mt. Hiei), Enryaku-ji Temple is one of the most significant sites in Japanese history.

Mt. Hiei (Hieizan) – A guide to hiking Kyoto’s most iconic mountain
Kyoto / Mountain / Sports and Fitness

Mt. Hiei (Hieizan) – A guide to hiking Kyoto’s most iconic mountain

Posted on: February 21, 2024July 30, 2025

For the ultimate experience of mind, body, and soul, hiking up Kyoto’s iconic Mt. Hiei allows you to appreciate Japan like never before!

Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem
Arashiyama / Kyoto / Mountain / Travel

Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem

Posted on: January 9, 2024July 30, 2025

Nestled in the forests of Mt. Arashiyama is a highly underrated attraction known as Iwatayama Monkey Park, a Kyoto classic!

Hiking up Kyoto’s Mt. Kisen offers a spiritual getaway
Kyoto / Mountain / Sports and Fitness

Hiking up Kyoto’s Mt. Kisen offers a spiritual getaway

Posted on: October 30, 2023July 30, 2025

Mt. Kisen, otherwise known as “Kisenyama” by the Japanese, is a beautiful mountain forest that takes its hikers on a journey like no other.

The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)
Kyoto / Mount Fuji / Mountain

The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)

Posted on: October 6, 2023July 30, 2025

Japan is a mountainous region by nature, its tallest being Mt. Fuji at 3,776 meters. Here are 5 amazing mountain views that aren’t Mt. Fuji.

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