Of all the places I have been to Hiroshima is by far my most favorite place to visit in Japan! We took a bullet-train from our Hakone Trip to Hiroshima, spent a few days sightseeing and had a wonderful time. When traveling to Japan for the first time most people, including myself, usually skip over traveling… Continue reading Japan: Hiroshima Part I
Japan: Koyasan
Koyasan (Mount Koya) is located in Wakayama Prefecture. It is a historical site recognized as the center of Shingon Buddhism. Koyasan is home to about 120 temples and a university that focuses on religious studies. My brother, sister-in-law, myself and a friend recently visited Koyasan and easily accessed it via Shinimamiya Station. The best way to travel… Continue reading Japan: Koyasan
Japan: Hakone
Hakone is a really nice and tranquil place to visit. I do have to admit that it was not on my list of places I wanted to see whilst in Japan however. During my December Kingdom of Bahrain Trip, my brother, sister-in-law and I spoke about a future Japan visit and they made it happen. We… Continue reading Japan: Hakone
Japan: Kyoto Part II
My favorite places to visit in Kyoto are definitely Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama and Carland. These places are definitely worth checking out. Getting to each of these destination however, will require some extra planning as they are each a bit out of the way. Fushimi Inari Funshimi Inari is a very popular shinto shrine located in… Continue reading Japan: Kyoto Part II
Japan: Kyoto Part I
No trip to Japan is complete without visiting Kyoto. Once the capital of Japan and now recognized for its rich historical value. Kyoto offers countless temples and shrines to its many visitors from around the world. Traditional Japan is best offered here. Kyoto completely dazzled me back in 2009 when I visited for the first… Continue reading Japan: Kyoto Part I
Japan: Nara
If you are traveling through Kansai Prefecture I highly recommend checking out Nara Park. Traveling to Nara Park is easy to get to and is a relaxing one-day trip enjoyable for both young and old. Nara Park is located in the center of Nara City. If you hop on the express train from Osaka Station,… Continue reading Japan: Nara
Japan: Himeji Castle
Living in the Kansai Region allows for some great sightseeing opportunities. I definitely wasn't going to pass up my chance to see Japan's most beautiful castle: Himeji Castle. Located in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan and standing tall and proud is this majestic castle. As soon as you exit the Himeji Station you are greeted with your… Continue reading Japan: Himeji Castle
Japan: Tokyo
Tokyo, how I missed you - my Japan journey all started with you after all! Seven years ago when I first walked your streets as a young, wide-eyed, know-it-all, I was captivated by your power to mesmerize. I knew I would one day return and attempt to recreate that memorable trip. Like watching any good movie… Continue reading Japan: Tokyo
Japan: Nagano
I love Japan for its uniqueness and for never falling short in offering its visitors something fascinating experience. Even before thinking about moving to Japan, I wanted to go see the hot-spring monkeys in Nagano. Seeing the Nagano monkeys in real life was every bit as charming as I imagined it would be. But of course getting… Continue reading Japan: Nagano
Kingdom of Bahrain
As I mentioned before on my Dubai Trip , I had plans to go visit my brother and his wife while they are stationed in Bahrain during my two-week Christmas school break. Now, I have to admit the Kingdom of Bahrain was not in my sights to travel to during my time in Japan. However, I was… Continue reading Kingdom of Bahrain