Okay, this article is an obvious plug of my new book – The Japanese Pursuit of Perfection, but there’s more to it, I promise!
Japan’s Blueberry Cheesecake KitKat is a must-try delicacy!
KitKat has done it again with an exclusive new flavor, courtesy of Japan, known as Blueberry Cheesecake. Read on for my taste test review!
Amanohashidate is one of the Three Scenic Views of Japan
Amanohashidate is one of the “Nihon Sankei” or the Three Scenic Views of Japan, located in the Miyazu Bay of Kyoto’s west coastline.
Exploring the beautiful Senzoku Pond at Ota’s Senzokuike Park
“The perfect park is a rare thing, you can spend your whole life looking for it, and it wouldn’t be a wasted life” – Last Samurai probably?
Taking the Camellia Line ferry from Fukuoka to Busan!
The Camellia Line is one of many ferries that provide transportation between Japan and Korea. Here’s how my Fukuoka to Busan trip went down!
Osaka Expo 2025 – where culture, technology, and lifestyle unite
Here at the Osaka Expo, the world gathers to showcase the latest lifestyle, tech, and cultural trends of their home country.
Hotel Hakata Place provides a lovely stay by the Sea of Japan
A short walk from Hakata Shinkansen Station, Hotel Hakata Place on Fukuoka’s coast provides a pleasant stay before your boat to Busan!
These gourmet ekiben will make your bullet train trip luxurious!
I’ve written about ekiben or “train station lunch packs” before, but had to do a piece on these luxurious gourmet ekiben from Kyoto Station!
Exploring Japan on bicycle is the best way to appreciate its beauty
Japan’s bicycle culture is really one of the most sophisticated in the world with about half the population cycling as a means of commuting.
Enjoying the many views of Mt. Fuji on the Kawaguchiko bus
The bus ride from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko station is more than just a transfer, it’s an experience that offers extraordinary views of Mt. Fuji!
Indulging in the vast spectrum of feeds at New Chitose Airport
Formerly known as Sapporo Airport, New Chitose Airport is Hokkaido’s main aviation point for arrivals, departures, and delicious feeds!
