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Yakushima: Level Up Your Soul in Japan’s Ancient Cedar Realm
Yo, what's the move? If you're scrolling for a Japan trip that’s way more than just neon cities and ancient temples, I got you. We're talking about a place that hits different, a place where the air itself feels like it's from another ti... -
Your Ultimate Guide to a Spiritual Vibe-Check: Staying in a Buddhist Temple on Koyasan
Yo, what's up, world travelers! It's your boy Hiroshi Tanaka, a 40-something local guide, coming at you straight from the heart of Japan. Forget the neon chaos of Tokyo and the packed streets of Kyoto for a sec. We're going somewhere dee... -
Beppu’s Jigoku Meguri: A Totally Lit Tour Through Japan’s Steaming Hells
Yo, what's up, world travelers! Hiroshi Tanaka here, your local guide to the spots in Japan that are straight-up fire. Today, we're dropping into a place that’s literally smoking—Beppu, in Oita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Forget ... -
Fire & Steam: Japan’s Volcano Hikes and Onsen Trails Are the Ultimate Glow Up
Yo, let's get real for a second. When you picture Japan, what comes to mind? Neon-drenched Tokyo streets, serene temples in Kyoto, maybe a bullet train zipping past Mount Fuji? All legit, all iconic. But that's just scratching the surfac... -
Gliding Through the Ages: Your Ultimate Guide to Japan’s ‘Kawakudari’ Canal Boat Rides
Yo, what's good, world-traveler fam? Hiroshi Tanaka here, coming at you straight from the heart of Japan. Forget the neon-drenched hustle of Tokyo for a hot second. Forget the bullet trains and the scramble crossings. I wanna talk about ... -
Northern Japan Alps in Summer: Level Up Your Soul on Japan’s Rooftop
Yo, what’s up, world-wanderers? Hiroshi Tanaka here, your go-to guide for the Japan that’s off the beaten path and straight into the heart of what’s real. Forget what you think you know about this country. We’re not talking neon-drenched... -
San’in Kaigan Geopark: Where Earth’s Wild History Gets Real Lit
Yo, let's talk about the coast. But I'm not talking about your average, run-of-the-mill sandy beach with a few palm trees. I'm talking about a coastline that's straight-up epic, a place where the planet's diary is written in stone, and e... -
Chichibu Chow Down: Slayin’ Waraji Katsudon & Miso Potato Like a Local Legend
Yo, what's up, travel fam! Hiroshi Tanaka here, your guide to the real Japan, the spots that are low-key fire but don't always hit the mainstream blogs. Today, we're bouncing out of the neon jungle of Tokyo and taking a trip to a place t... -
Izumo Soba: Slurping Noodles in the Land of the Gods
Yo, what’s the move? Let's talk about a place that's straight-up legendary, a spot where Japan's ancient vibes are still hitting different. I'm talking about Izumo, in Shimane Prefecture. This isn't your neon-drenched Tokyo or your templ... -
Kakunodate Samurai District: A Time-Slip into Japan’s Baddest Era
Yo, what's up, world travelers and anime fans! Mia here, ready to spill the tea on a place that’s straight out of a historical epic. Forget the neon glow of Tokyo for a sec and let’s talk about a real-deal time capsule. We’re heading way...
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