Although visitors usually sworm to Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo (rightly so), it is the places that fly under the radar that really surprise me. Due to my recent visit to Tottori City, I can’t help but wonder what else is left to discover in Japan (most likely a lot). The Tottori prefecture is the smallest of prefectures located on the Sea of Japan in the Chugoku region. Mostly known most for it’s stunning Sand Dunes, Tottori has many things to…
Glitch Coffee Roasters I often talk about the coffee scene here in Tokyo, but it is one topic I always crave to know more about. As I was exploring all the “on my list” coffee shops, it was hard to pick a favorite. Now, a year later a few come to my mind that really stick out. One being Glitch Coffee Roasters. Impeccable slow drip, and creative roasting process – this place should be on everyone’s radar. If you are off…
I am not someone who is aggressively researching gardens on my travels but Tokyo Cherry Blossom season changes you. It seems that everyday I find a new reason to never leave Japan but the last few months sealed the deal. It consisted less of crowded tourists and more of serene, peaceful, and gorgeous places to have a Hanami picnic. What is Hanami? Hanami in Japan is the custom of viewing and admiring flowers. Hanami often includes having a picnic below…
Swooon. Japan in spring has officially blown my mind. This wasn’t my first spring in Japan but it was my first time in prime cherry blossom season. Happy to report it exceeded all expectations. Most of my writing and photos I will share closer to next season, but I couldn’t let spring pass without posting a little about this epic season. I never knew the Cherry blossoms in Yokohama (and Tokyo) would be this spectacular! I am all for beautiful…
Atami has been a destination I have had on my list since I moved here. A resort town by the ocean and a reasonable distance from Tokyo – the perfect getaway. Atami is located on the east coast of the Izu Penisula and is about an hour on the Shinkansen. When we decided to book the trip, I didn’t realize there were so many things to do in Atami, and I certainty didn’t get to them all (more reason to…