Why Osaka is worth visiting
It is most unfortunate that at the point of writing this post, Osaka had just experienced a massive storm – Typhoon Jebi. …
10 places to visit in and around Kyoto
In one of my earlier posts, I said that I didn’t really like Kyoto. We visited the city during Japan’s Golden Week, …
8 places to visit in Lisbon Portugal
Lisbon is one of my favourite European cities because there are so many things to do and experience there. The vibe in …
Three reasons to watch anime Mushishi after your trip to Japan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lG0uaNS87Dc I’m used to travelling in India, having lived there for half a year. Travelling in India and Japan requires a different …
Is Uji worth visiting? For tea lovers, a day trip is a must
If you’re thinking of a day trip from Kyoto, many cities come to mind, including Nara, the famous city with free-roaming deer. …
Buying wabi-sabi cups from a handmade pottery shop in Uji
Uji is known for its tea shops which sell all types of Japanese teas including the likes of sencha and the premium …
Five things to know about the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto
Mention the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto and its row of bright red torii gates comes to mind. But Fushimi Inari is about …
Visit to the Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto
If you’re up for visiting the Nishiki Market to try delicious tamago (eggs) or buy back some rice, do also check out …
Planning a three day itinerary in Danang Hoi An and Hue – A nutshell
We originally planned to visit Central Vietnam over a span of four days. But due to the delay caused by the volcanic …
Is a day trip to Hue possible from Danang?
There are plenty of places to visit from Danang. Hoi An is definitely one of them, given its close proximity by car. …