While planning a trip to Shirakawa-go, I came across Takayama as a nearby place full of historic Japanese charm. After seeing pictures of the Sanmachi Traditional Preservation Area and reading about the region’s food and crafts (particularly Hida wagyu beef), I was excited to add Takayama to my Gifu itinerary. Keep reading to learn more […]
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When a friend showed me photos of their recent trip – a visit to a snowy Japanese village filled with glowing structures that looked like giant gingerbread houses – I knew I had to visit myself. Fast forward a month later, and I was on a plane to Aichi, bus tickets and hotel booked for
Mt. Tachibana (立花山), also called Tachibanayama, is just a short bus ride from the center of Fukuoka City but offers a lovely hike along a serene forest path. It takes just a few hours to climb to the mountaintop where a sprawling view of the city can be taken in. I recommend Mt. Tachibana to
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If you are looking for places to enjoy a relaxing onsen bath in and around Fukuoka, then look no further! This onsen guide will share some of the top places you can visit during your stay for both solo and family travelers. This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission if
Izumi City in Kagoshima Prefecture is situated next to the Yatsushiro Sea in the south-east of Kyushu. Far from the big cities, this countryside region is void of large buildings and busy streets. Instead, flat, sprawling farm fields fill the landscape. Other than being a stop on Kyushu’s Shinkansen line, Izumi is unknown to many
Last summer I went on a delightful outdoor adventure in Bungoo, Oita. The activity this time wasn’t bike riding or mountain climbing, but rather, river trekking on the Okudake River! Continue reading to see what this trip with High Five Outside was like! This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission
One of the great things about Fukuoka is its proximity to other nearby travel destinations like Korea and Taipei. With lots of delicious street food, unique attractions, and cultural highlights to take in, spots like these are perfect to add to your itinerary if you are looking for fun international trips just a stone’s throw
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You’re in Fukuoka, Japan and wondering how to spend your time. Look no further as this post is full of ideas for weekend (or extended weekend) trips you can do from central Fukuoka! Fukuoka is one of the most convenient places I have ever traveled to given the proximity of its airport and easy-to-use network
If you are searching for Japanese language schools in Japan, you will probably come across the name GenkiJACS. This language school (called Genki Japanese and Culture School) has locations in four areas of Japan and is a well-equipped school that has helped thousands of students pursue their language learning aspirations. I attended GenkiJACS in Fukuoka
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