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5 Compelling Reasons to Visit Japan’s Kamo River
Kyoto / Rivers & Lakes

5 Compelling Reasons to Visit Japan’s Kamo River

Posted on: July 27, 2026July 27, 2026

The Kamo River or “Kamogawa” is the most significant river in Kyoto, running across the entire prefecture as a central place of gathering.

Top 5 Scenic Parks in Sapporo, Hokkaido’s Capital City
Hokkaido / Park / Sapporo

Top 5 Scenic Parks in Sapporo, Hokkaido’s Capital City

Posted on: June 25, 2026June 26, 2026

Sapporo is Japan’s most famous city in the northern island of Hokkaido. A huge attraction is their scenic parks and beautiful flower gardens.

The Best Cycling Routes In Japan For Natural Scenery
Cycling / Travel

The Best Cycling Routes In Japan For Natural Scenery

Posted on: April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Japan is one of the best countries on Earth to experience on a set of wheels, so I’m going to reveal to you the 5 best cycling routes to try!

What are the best recommendations for first-time visitors to Japan?
Culture / Tours / Travel

What are the best recommendations for first-time visitors to Japan?

Posted on: January 3, 2026January 3, 2026

Visiting Japan for the first time can be incredibly exciting, but also daunting. Here’s a quick guide to help first-time visitors to Japan!

The 5 best parks I visited in Japan in 2025
Kitakyushu / Kyoto / Nara / Park / Sapporo

The 5 best parks I visited in Japan in 2025

Posted on: November 29, 2025November 29, 2025

2025 was quite an explorative year for me, having visited stunning parks in prefectures from Japan’s south all the way through to the north.

Top 5 most scenic picnic spots in Kyoto
Kyoto / Mountain / Park

Top 5 most scenic picnic spots in Kyoto

Posted on: June 27, 2025August 1, 2025

Kyoto is easily Japan’s most scenic prefecture featuring stunning nature-city hybrid views. Here are Kyoto’s 5 most scenic picnic spots!

Enjoying the many views of Mt. Fuji on the Kawaguchiko bus
Autumn / Mount Fuji / Travel

Enjoying the many views of Mt. Fuji on the Kawaguchiko bus

Posted on: March 21, 2025August 1, 2025

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!

The Japan aesthetic: 5 unique elements of the land of the rising sun
Architecture / Culture / Society

The Japan aesthetic: 5 unique elements of the land of the rising sun

Posted on: February 6, 2025August 1, 2025

I’ve always been curious about my attraction to Japan in all its elements. From architecture to culture, there exists a “Japan aesthetic.”

Top 5 hiking trails in Japan based on epicness and memorability
Hiking / Sports and Fitness / Travel

Top 5 hiking trails in Japan based on epicness and memorability

Posted on: January 8, 2025August 1, 2025

The best hiking trails are the ones burnt to memory forever. This list shows the 5 best hiking trails in Japan that I’ve ventured on (so far).

Top 5 Hiking Trails in Kyoto (beginner, intermediate & expert routes)
Hiking / Kyoto / Sports and Fitness

Top 5 Hiking Trails in Kyoto (beginner, intermediate & expert routes)

Posted on: December 21, 2024August 1, 2025

Kyoto is a land of mountainous greenery, stunning natural landscapes, and of course, amazing hiking trails!

Top 5 places to visit in Kameoka – Kyoto’s scenic town
Kameoka / Kyoto / Shrine

Top 5 places to visit in Kameoka – Kyoto’s scenic town

Posted on: December 11, 2024August 1, 2025

Kameoka is a town that simply cannot be conquered in a day as there’s so much to see! Here are 5 of the best places in Kyoto’s scenic town!

Fields of pink on full display at Kameoka’s Yume Cosmos Garden
Autumn / Kameoka / Kyoto

Fields of pink on full display at Kameoka’s Yume Cosmos Garden

Posted on: November 23, 2024August 1, 2025

When it comes to nature’s beauty, Kameoka is the town to explore! This scenic district of Kyoto is home to the famous Yume Cosmos Garden.

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