A stroll in Hama Rikyu, the only remaining tidal pond garden in Tokyo, offering contrast views of Edo-style garden against the backdrop of skyscrapers.
Autumn at Kongourinji of the Kotosanzan temples, Shiga Prefecture
Looking for blood-red maples leaves at Kongourinji, one of the three Kotosanzan temples of Tendai Sect Buddhism in Japan.
Autumn at Kiyosumi Teien, Tokyo
Strolling in one of the Tokyo Metropolitan Gardens, Kiyosumi Teien, featuring a large pond with three islands and manmade hills, stepping stones pathways, and landscape stones collected from all over Japan.
Peaceful Raigō-in and the Soundless Waterfall (Otonashi-no-taki), Ohara, Kyoto
Experience tranquility at the less-visited Raigō-in in Ohara, Kyoto, and a short walk behind the temple to the Soundless Waterfall, Otonashi-no-taki.
Affordable Japan #1: Highway Buses
First post of the Affordable Japan series! Exploring Highway Buses as a budget travel option between cities.
Glowing Phoenix Hall: Byōdōin Special Night Illumination
Special Night Illumination of the Phoenix Hall @ Byōdōin in Autumn 2017.
Bamboo Temple of Jizō-in, Arashiyama, Kyoto
Finding peace amidst soaring bamboos, green moss, and colorful autumn leaves in Jizō-in (Bamboo Temple), hidden away in crowded Arashiyama.
Abandoned Usui Pass 3rd Bridge (Megane Bashi)
A long drive to Usui Pass 3rd Bridge (Megane Bashi) to see the abandoned red-brick bridge.
Koko-en Garden @ Himeji
Relaxing stroll at Koko-en Garden, located right next to Himeji Castle, featuring 9 different gardens.
Beautiful White Castle of Himeji Surrounded by Sakura
Visiting the White Heron Castle, Himeji-jō, the largest castle in Japan and one of the 12 original castles of Japan.
Fuji-Q Highland and Fuji Shibazakura Festival
Riding only one roller-coaster at Fuji-Q Highland due to the long queues and visiting beautiful Shibazakura Festival near Lake Motosuko.
Japan's Wonders 