The good news? Climbing Mt. Fuji is really more of a hike.
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Japan’s Sakura Mountain
This might just be the ultimate Yoshino itinerary.
Continue ReadingYes, You Can See Cherry Blossoms in Winter
Try targeting some of the early cherry blossoms in Japan.
Continue ReadingMito is More Than You’re Expecting
Is Mito worth visiting?
Continue ReadingChannel Your Inner Hokusai in Izu
My Izu Peninsula itinerary will make you want to rush onto this oft-forgotten landmass.
Continue ReadingThe Truth About the Tokyo-Kyoto Debate
To some extent, comparing Kyoto vs Tokyo is a fool’s errand.
Continue ReadingJapan’s Best-Kept Accommodation Secret
“Nice” hotels are often not expensive at all in Japan.
Continue ReadingWhy Tokyo Can Seem Tiresome
It’s worth examining the expectations that many travelers set for Tokyo, and how they do and don’t line up with reality.
Continue ReadingHiroshima’s Most Delicious Day Trip
It’s easy to take a Fukuoka day trip from Hiroshima.
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