My Journey. My Stories
Brunei is a small, independent Islamic sultanate located on the northern coast of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. Brunei itself gained its independence from the British in 1984. Nestled on the banks of the Brunei River, Bandar Seri Begawan officially became the capital of Brunei in 1920. The city dates back to the... Continue Reading →
Ohayō (Good Morning), Tokyo. We meet again!! Welcome to the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, a mega city that will blow your mind. Tokyo is blended with ancient traditions and modern innovation. It has beautiful parks and ancient temples mixed with super-modern buildings and culinary food. This is my second time in Tokyo after my last... 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 →
Tucked in the central Chibu region of Japan, Nagano is the capital and largest city of Nagano Prefecture which is surrounded by mountains. The city is filled with breathtaking natural landscapes, beautiful shrines and charming onsen towns. Nagano is well known for its snow activities and was the host of the Winter Olympics in 1998.... Continue Reading →
Nestled within the prefecture of Gifu, Gujo Hachiman (郡上市) is a charming riverside town that is just less than 2 hours away from Nagoya city. This rural town sits in the valley where three major fast-running rivers: Yoshida, Kodara and Nagara Rivers merged to form a natural moat around an area at the foot of... Continue Reading →
Nagoya is located in central Japan on Honshu Island, the largest island in the country. It is the third most populated urban area in Japan and the fourth most populous city with a population of over 2 million residents who called the capital of the Aichi Prefecture home. This populous city is famous for being... Continue Reading →
One of the best places to go hiking in Japan is the Kumano Kodo trail. The destination is a historic pilgrimage trail literally off the beaten path and has been trekked for thousands of years. Located about 100 kilometers south of Osaka city on Japan Peninsula, the Kumano Kodo is an isolated sacred site of... Continue Reading →
The Angkor temples are the world’s biggest religious monument and the most famous tourist destination in Cambodia. Discovering Angkor will be the number one activity on the Siem Reap itinerary for every traveler's bucket list. These ancient ruins used to be the capital city of the Khmer Empire which prospered from the 9th to 15th... Continue Reading →
Looking for a vibrant and bustling city to explore? Taipei is one of the cities in Asia can't be missed. As the capital city of Taiwan, Taipei is a megacity located in the northern part of the country. Taipei offers plenty of places to visit and things to do. From bustling night markets to serene... Continue Reading →
Tucked away in Yuchi Township of Nantou County, Sun Moon Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Taiwan with a surface area of 7.93 kilometers. Surrounded by mountains from all sides, it lies about 748 meters above sea level with a water depth of around 27 meters. It is designated as one of thirteen national... Continue Reading →
Located in the Kansai region of Honshu, Osaka is the second-largest metropolitan city in Japan after Tokyo. The city was traditionally considered the economic powerhouse and become a regional port for many centuries. It also served as the imperial capital for a short period. Today, the city has a reputation for futuristic architecture, colorful vibes,... Continue Reading →
Lies in the Kansai region of Honshu Island, the charming Nara was the "first" capital of Japan for less than 100 years. This ancient city is home to 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and taming Nara deer. Japan's first permanent capital was established here in 710 A.D. called Heijo. The capital will move to a... Continue Reading →
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