Trying Sake from a Vending Machine in Takayama - My Experience

Trying Sake from a Vending Machine in Takayama – My Experience

It still boggles my mind how rich Japan’s culture and history is. As part of my Kanazawa 3-day itinerary, I visited Takayama Old Town (Historical … Read more

My Snow Monkey Park Hike: Bus From Nagano Station

My Snow Monkey Park Hike: Bus From Nagano Station

I genuinely think that Nagano is one of the best places to visit if you want to experience winter in Japan. One big reason for … Read more

Shiroyamatei Dining Experience: Restaurant Near Kenrokuen Garden

Shiroyamatei Dining Experience: Restaurant Near Kenrokuen Garden

This restaurant near Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden. I dine in here after visiting Kenrokuen Garden. I don’t think any trip to Japan is really … Read more

Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa: My Visit & Reviews

Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa: My Visit & Reviews

If you’ve never been to Oyama Shrine before then hopefully by the end of my review you’ll include it in your itinerary the next time … Read more

Visiting Nomura Samurai House Kanazawa: My Honest Review

Visiting Nomura Samurai House Kanazawa: My Honest Review (Pictures)

In my opinion, a visit to Kanazawa really won’t be complete if you’re not spending time at the Nomura Family Samurai House. I was fortunate … Read more

I Tried Gyoza at Kanazawa Gyoza Sakaba  – Dumpling Restaurant

I Tried Gyoza at Kanazawa Gyoza Sakaba – Dumpling Restaurant

I would recommend Kanazawa Gyoza Sakaba if you want to try dumpling in Kanazawa. If anything, the food is okay. Nothing to write home about … Read more

My Hokuriku Shinkansen Green Car Experience

My Hokuriku Shinkansen Green Car Experience

After enjoying my stay at Kanazawa, the next on my itinerary for this Japan trip was Nagano. Now there are a number of ways to … Read more

Gym at Hyatt Centric Kanazawa

Gym at Hyatt Centric Hotel Kanazawa

One thing I’ve realized in my stay here in Kanazawa is that even with all the walking I’ve been doing, I still have to put … Read more

I Dined at Crystal Terrace After Visiting Nagano’s Snow Monkey Park

I Dined at Crystal Terrace After Visiting Nagano’s Snow Monkey Park

Considering all the walking I did at Snow Monkey Park, I had to get myself a bite to eat. Thankfully, I came across Crystal Terrace … Read more

Breakfast at Hilton Narita Hotel

Breakfast at Hilton Narita Hotel

I’m gonna be honest. When I planned my visit here in Japan, my expectation for my stay at the Hilton Narita Hotel was not really … Read more

Naritasan Park Reviews – Visited In Winter

My Naritasan Park Reviews – Visited In Winter

If I were to rank the most memorable parks I’ve ever visited, Naritasan Park would arguably be near or at the top. I’m not sure … Read more