If you read my Hiroshima post, then you might know that I like to spend equal time relaxing and seeing sights when I travel alone. You will also know that I stick to public transportation and favor historical locations. This trip was no exception to that. Before getting started, I will say that I highly… Read More My 5 Days in Naha, Okinawa
I had a few days off at the beginning of this month, so I decided to make good use of them by heading to Hiroshima. Three days is just enough time to explore the area leisurely. However, if you move at a fast pace, you can get Hiroshima done in just two. For starters, I… Read More 3 Days in Hiroshima
I’m entering my 2nd week of being back in the United States, and I have already started collecting the things I need to bring back to Japan with me. While you can get most anything you need in Japan, you do have to be prepared to search for it and pay more than you usually… Read More 5 Things to Pack When Moving to Japan
Is Mitsumine Shrine the most beautiful mountain shrine in Japan? That’s what I set out to discover the answer to last weekend. Located in Chichibu on the last stop (Mitsumineguchi Station) of the Chichibu Line, I set out bright and early with friends on a near 2-hour journey to get to… Read More Travel Fail: Hiking to Mitsumine Shrine