My Journey. My Stories
Located an hour from Tokyo, Kamakura is a beautiful seaside city in Kanagawa prefecture. The charming city is a perfect escape from the bustling metropolitan to unwind the calmer side of Japan. It is home to ample temples and shrines, beaches and a serene bamboo groove that’s a smaller scale than the Arishayama bamboo forest... Continue Reading →
Okayama is a quiet and small city in the Chūgoku region of Japan. The city is often overlooked by travelers to its neighboring Hiroshima and Osaka- which is obviously a shame! Its prefecture is named the "Land of Sunshine" since it has more sunny days than other parts of Japan and can expect some nice... Continue Reading →
Lies in the Chugoku Region of Japan, the city of Hiroshima (広島) is a beautiful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. It was founded in 1589 as a castle town on the Ota River delta. Since the Meiji Restoration in 1868, the city has transformed rapidly into an urban center. Hiroshima was marked by... Continue Reading →
Located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Miyajima (宮島) is a small island on the southeastern coast of Hiroshima City within its bay. Known as the “Island of God”, the island is an incredible destination with scenic views, impressive cultural sites and sacred wildlife. My 3-day visit to Hiroshima has landed me on the Island of God. Miyajima... Continue Reading →
Blessed with rich history and culture, Takayama is nestled in the Hida region of the Gifu prefecture in the Japan Alps. The well-preserved town is known for its historical townhouses, enchanted temples and shrines, famous sake breweries, unique Hida beef and traditional festivals. Takayama dated back to 400 years ago to the Edo era when... Continue Reading →
Jack on Adventure 