Fish and produce markets in Japan are exceptional for their quality, freshness and variety. These are our top picks from around the country, the must-try dishes from each and essential visitor tips. We love a good market, especially a foodie market and Japan has some great hidden treasures for you to discover. They are a […]
10 Top Japanese gardens to visit
Japanese gardens aren’t just beautiful and relaxing spaces. They’re full of history, culture and tradition. These are 10 of the top gardens in Japan, they feature traditional Japanese garden design techniques and an all-season appeal that makes them well worth a visit. Now I know gardens aren’t at the top of everyone’s list of things […]
Cherry Blossoms (Sakura) in Japan
In late March and early April the Cherry Blossom trees bloom across most of Japan. This is called Sakura and it’s a magical time to visit. Not only are cherry blossoms beautiful but they’re a symbol of new beginnings, of impermanence, the coming of spring and a time for celebration. It would be difficult to […]
Kanazawa Day Trip from Kyoto
When we travel to Japan we base out of 2-3 cities to minimize time changing accommodation and take day trips using the amazing rail system to maximize what we get to see. Trains between cities as opposed to commuter trains are so comfortable it is easy to start early and return later in the evening […]