As I mentioned in a previous post, I was in awe of the street style in Tokyo. Whether cute, crazy or classic, the women of Tokyo were seemingly always dressed to impress. Naturally, I had to sample what seemed to…
Exploring Tokyo’s Temples
They might not be every few feet like they are in Kyoto, but Tokyo still has plenty of picturesque Japanese temples to visit, as I found out last month. Read on for a few worth checking out… Sengaku-ji Temple Sengaku-ji…
Culture Hunting In Kyoto
Despite the warning, I was disappointed. At first sight, Kyoto seemed like any other city: big, bustling and busy. Where were the thousands of temples I had been told about? There actually are thousands of them. As Japan’s imperial capital…
Japan: First Impressions
It may have seemed quiet on the suitcase story front recently, but the travel tales have been building up behind the scenes. I’ve recently returned from a three week stay in Japan, and I loved every second of it. I…
A Christmas Countdown
My Cadbury’s chocolate advent calendar is not the only reason this year’s Christmas countdown is so sweet. As I prepare to pack for a flight to Tokyo at the end of the month, I’m getting increasingly excited about experiencing some…