Springtime in Kyoto
Springtime in Kyoto – what a magical way to end our time in Japan. From the pictures we’ve seen, the only thing that can compare is possibly ‘Autumn in Kyoto’. … Read More
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Kyoto, the Soul of Japan
Kyoto must be considered one of the world’s cultural and historic treasure troves. With 17 World Heritage Sites, more than 1600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines, Kyoto has been … Read More
Hiking Around Mt Fuji with Mountain Trek
We’ve spent the past week in the company of 6 other intrepid trekkers hiking around Mt Fuji with Mountain Trek guides Ted Taylor and Kirkland Shave. Mountain Trek is a … Read More
Tokyo Begins with Cherry Tree Blooms
Tokyo has been named by fellow travelers as their favorite city, and we can certainly see their point. Trying to see Tokyo and learn about Japanese history and culture in … Read More