Why “Bye-bye Panda” Means So Much to Me (and Shirahama, Japan)
“Bye-bye Panda.” For years, this was the sweet, familiar phrase from my young son at the end of every magical […]
Why Expo Osaka Belongs on Your Travel to Japan 2025
Sometimes, when I close my eyes and think of Osaka, I don’t just picture the dazzling lights of Dotonbori, the
Top 3 Places Travelers Should See in Wakayama Japan
We chose to drive the curvy roads up into the heart of Wakayama, Japan. We were headed to the top
Off Japan’s Beaten Path: A Story of Tragedy, Kindness, and Connection
The sea raged with a fury that threatened to swallow everything in its path. Around midnight on September 16, 1890,
Uji: A Peaceful Paradise Just Beyond Kyoto’s Crowds
The first time I saw the golden Phoenix Hall reflected in its mirror pond, I understood why Byodo-in appears on
What My Uncle-in-Law Taught Me About Japanese Gift Giving
I didn’t even realize I deserved to be scolded. But when I handed my wife’s uncle the gift with one
♨️ From Shocked to Soaking: A Traveler’s Guide to Japanese Onsen Etiquette
I didn’t realize what a surprise I was in for when I stayed with my first host family in Japan.
Sandanbeki – Japan’s Secret Pirate Cove: More Than Just Gold Awaits…
Since you’ve been following my adventures in Japan, you know I’m always searching for those off-the-beaten-path experiences, the stories whispered
12 Dos and Don’ts You Should Know before Traveling to Japan
I had no idea why the children were laughing at me. I checked my zipper and fortunately I was fine
Your Japan Story: From First Spark to Lifelong Bonds
It was my first weekend ever staying with a host family in Japan. I was nervous, knowing only a few