A Disappointing Trip to the Japan Alps (and what I learned)
A wave of disappointment washed over me during my recent visit to Japan’s stunning Alps in Nagano. And it wasn’t […]
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Shirahama: The Japan beach that rivals Waikiki (and created friendship)
Your trip to Japan should inspire you, not box you in. But let’s be honest. Whether it’s Tokyo’s Shibuya Crossing
The Unspoken Side of Japan Travel (and How You Can Help)
Imagine visiting a friend’s home, genuinely welcomed, yet unknowingly causing discomfort. If you knew their unspoken thoughts, you’d adjust your
Unlock Profound Peace: The Japanese Bath Experience
Do you feel it? That relentless hum of stress that seems to follow you everywhere? The endless to-do lists, the
The Day Is Here: Our Pandas Say Goodbye
Today is the day. After weeks of anticipation, whispers, and the bittersweet knowledge that this moment was coming, our beloved
More Than Onions: Finding the Heart of Awajishima, Japan
We were on our way to Awajishima, an island known in Japan for its sweet, layered onions. As we began
Can You See Tomorrow? A Japanese Garden’s Quiet Invitation.
For years, I lived just minutes from a secret Japanese garden perched over the sea. I drove past it countless
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