Staying in a Traditional Machiya
Visitors are often spoilt for choice when vacationing in Japan. The usual accommodation ranges from capsule hotels to luxury hotels … Continue reading Staying in a Traditional Machiya
The Starbucks in a Tea House
I’m sure we are all familiar with Starbucks. The ubiquitous Starbucks cafe with it’s distinctive logo and modern style can be found in almost every major city in the world. For any traveller (me included), the promise of a cup of hot java accompanied with free wifi is a comforting thought when you are on the road.
Araishiyama and the Sagano Romantic Train
One of the more well trodden places in Kyoto is the Araishiyama Bamboo Forest. This is located on the western outskirts of Kyoto and is easily reached by train from Kyoto Station in around 15 minutes.
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GPSMyCity Giveaway
Have you ever been to a new city and felt overwhelmed at the choices of too many things to do and visit? Don’t you wish that someone could tell you where to go? Well, GPSMyCity may be just the app for you with it’s downloadable self guided city tours.
4 Places in Kyoto for Great Views
Kyoto is one of my favourite cities in Japan and also a photographer’s delight. Kyoto also feels less crowded compared to Tokyo and with just a 20 minutes train ride you can be out of the city and inside a forest, it certainly gives that big city with a small town vibe. Continue reading “4 Places in Kyoto for Great Views”
Have an Iguana with Your Coffee
You’d probably heard about animal cafes. These unusual cafes have sprouted up in cities all over the world but are commonly found in Asia. They offer customers a chance to snuggle up to common house pets like dogs and cats over a cup of tea. Continue reading “Have an Iguana with Your Coffee”
Japanese Whiskey Appreciation
Mention Japanese food and we think of sushi, sashimi and ramen. Mention Japanese beverages and we think of green tea and sake. However, we never associated Japan with whiskey until recently.
