Panoramic View of Lake Kussharo from Bihoro Pass

On January 19, 2020 By JenniferIn Hokkaido, Scenic View2 Comments

I stopped by the observatory / road station at Bihoro Pass, known for its panoramic view of Lake Kussharo. Lucked with clear weather, the view from the observatory also extends to Iozan, the Wakoto Peninsula and the Shiretoko Mountain Range.

Michinoku Coastal Trail: Hachinohe Section (Final Part)

On July 6, 2019June 30, 2019 By JenniferIn Hiking, Nature, Scenic View, Tohoku1 Comment

Final post on my Michinoku Coastal Trail (Hachinohe Section) hike where I explored the Yodo-no-Matsubara (Yodo Pine Grove) and Tanesashi Natural Lawn.

Michinoku Coastal Trail: Hachinohe Section (Part 4)

On June 29, 2019June 30, 2019 By JenniferIn Hiking, Nature, Scenic View, Tohoku6 Comments

Part 4 of my Michinoku Coastal Trail (Hachinohe Section) walk, where I passed through the Fukakubo Fishing Harbour Area, walked along Cape Tamurazaki, and marvelled at the sight of the Shiraiwa Rock.

Michinoku Coastal Trail: Hachinohe Section (Part 3)

On June 22, 2019February 2, 2020 By JenniferIn Flowers, Hiking, Scenic View, Tohoku3 Comments

Part 3 of my Michinoku Coastal Trail (Hachinohe Section) walk, exploring the floral shore - Nakasuka, and the singing beach - Osuka Beach.

Michinoku Coastal Trail: Hachinohe Section (Part 2)

On June 15, 2019June 9, 2019 By JenniferIn Hiking, Scenic View, Tohoku4 Comments

Part 2 of my Michinoku Coastal Trail Walk (Hachinohe Section) where I headed to Ashigezaki Observatory.

Michinoku Coastal Trail: Hachinohe Section (Part 1)

On June 8, 2019June 8, 2019 By JenniferIn Hiking, Scenic View, Temple & Shrines, Tohoku5 Comments

Walking the Hachinohe Section of the 700km Michinoku Coastal Trail which runs along the Tohoku Pacific Coast. In this post, I cover the start of the trail to Kabushima Island known for being a breeding ground of black-tailed gulls, to Samekado Lighthouse.

Yashima Sanjo, Kagawa Prefecture

On March 16, 2019March 10, 2019 By JenniferIn Castle, Scenic View, Shikoku8 Comments

Yashima is a good side trip from Takamatsu in Kagawa Prefecture. There are a number of attractions on the summit including observation decks overlooking Takamatsu city and the Seto Inland Sea, the Yashima Temple, the Yashima no Ki castle ruins, and the New Yashima Aquarium.

One of the Top 3 Beautiful Gorges in Japan: Kankakei Gorge

On December 15, 2018December 25, 2018 By JenniferIn Japanese Mythology, Nature, Scenic Ride, Scenic View, Shikoku8 Comments

Basking in the beautiful sights of Kankakei Gorge in Shodoshima via the Kankakei Ropeway, a 5 minutes ride. The view of the sky, sea and gorge all in one is one of the most beautiful sights I have seen, added with the fiery autumn colors appearing in the second half of November.

Angel Road: Where angels fulfil your love wishes

On December 8, 2018December 3, 2018 By JenniferIn Nature, Scenic View, Shikoku2 Comments

Taking a stroll on Angel Road, a sandbar which appears only twice a day during low tide. Famous as a lover's sanctuary, Angel Road is known to fulfil love wishes by crossing the sandbar with a loved one.

Hiking to Happo-ike, Happo-One, Hakuba in Green Season

On July 21, 2018October 27, 2022 By JenniferIn Chubu, Hiking, Nature, Scenic View6 Comments

Hakuba in green season offers a plethora of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, mountain-biking and more. I hiked to Happo-ike or Happo Pond on this clear weather to see the beautiful pond with the reflection of the Hakuba Sanzan - Mt. Shakushi, Mt. Yari, and Mt. Shirouma.