Nabana No Sato Flower Park: A Magical Light Wonderland

Nabana No Sato

Imagine yourself surrounded by a stunning display of colourful flowers, vast landscapes, and stunning light installations at a renowned flower park. Well, look no further, as Nabana No Sato flower garden is the perfect destination for you. Located near Kuwana in Mie prefecture, this flower park is famous for hosting the largest illumination event in […]

Things to do in Awaji island: Top 8 Attractions

Things to do in Awaji island

Awaji Island, located in Hyogo Prefecture, is a beautiful destination rich in history and natural beauty. This has led to the attraction of tourists from around Japan. It’s a little off the beaten path for international tourists, though. Recently, we decided to drive down from Nagoya. The plan was to spend the day there, then […]

Experience Tsuruma Park: Nagoya’s Garden Escape

Tsuruma Park

Tsuruma Park has been many things to Nagoya. A zoo with elephants and bears. An Allied military base. A cherry blossom viewing spot that draws thousands at dawn. Today, morning joggers circle its three-kilometre path while students study on library lawns. The space keeps transforming, but its role as the city’s breathing room never changes. […]

Things to do in Nagoya: 20 Of The Best Places to Visit

Things to do in Nagoya

Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city, offers something different to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Due to its strong links with the previous Tokugawa era, Aichi Prefecture’s capital has a unique gastronomic culture and a lengthy history. It’s a research and industry hub with historical charm. Toyota, the largest automaker, is there. It’s also a castle town. So, […]

Best Places to Go in Osaka: Must See Spots On your Next Visit

Osaka Castle

Most visitors to Osaka see only the surface, rushing between crowded tourist spots without understanding what makes each place special. Picture having the confidence to explore this lively city. You’d know which attractions give the best experiences and how to enjoy your time at each one. This guide changes you from a regular tourist into […]

Exploring Mie Prefecture: A Local’s Guide to Japan’s Hidden Gem

11 Things to Do in Mie

Mie Prefecture sits right next to Aichi, where I’ve lived for close to three decades. For the longest time, I had a negative image of the place. A few industrial towns like Yokkaichi (a port city north of Ise) gave it a bad reputation. Factories and pollution dominated the landscape there. But I was wrong. […]

9 Best Beaches in Japan That You Should Visit

Best beaches in Japan

Japan is one of the most breathtaking countries in the world. This tourist destination has a distinctive culture and plenty of scenic locations. Most importantly though, the island country has hundreds of spectacular beaches. Whether you’re traveling to Japan, particularly for the beaches, or you just want a sunny beach day in the middle of […]

Off The Beaten Path Japan: A Look At Japan’s Hidden Gems

Off The Beaten Path Japan

Off The Beaten Path Japan can be attractive yet mysterious to tourists. If you’re like most people, when you think of Japan, the first things that come to mind are Tokyo and Kyoto. While these cities are definitely worth visiting, they are by no means the only interesting places in Japan! In this blog post, […]

Tokyo Disneyland vs DisneySea: The Ultimate Showdown

Tokyo Disneyland vs DisneySea

Feature Tokyo Disneyland Tokyo DisneySea Opening Date April 15, 1983 September 4, 2001 Theme Classic Disney fairy tales and fantasy Nautical adventures and exploration Layout Modeled after Disneyland & Magic Kingdom with a spoke-and-wheel design Unique layout with seven themed ports around a central body of water Icon Cinderella Castle Mount Prometheus (within Mysterious Island) […]

Is Nagoya Worth Visiting? A 26 Year Nagoya Resident’s Honest Answer

Is Nagoya Worth Visiting?

Is Nagoya worth visiting? As someone who’s called Nagoya home for 26 years, I get this question constantly from friends planning Japan trips. Here’s the thing: most travel bloggers write about Nagoya after visiting for a few days. I’m writing this from my house in Nagoya, where I’ve lived since Jan, 2000. I’ve watched this […]