Why I Loved Kanazawa Castle and Garden – My Review with Pictures

Why I Loved Kanazawa Castle and Garden – My Review with Pictures

Kanazawa Castle and Garden has to be one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. Sure the shrine and temple visits were great, but … Read more

My Visit to Kamakura Kokomae Station – The Iconic Slam Dunk Spot (With Pictures)

My Visit to Kamakura Kokomae Station – The Iconic Slam Dunk Spot (With Pictures)

Slam Dunk is perhaps one of the most seminal anime in history just because of how it influenced so many people to take up basketball. … Read more

JAL Sakura Lounge Narita: My Honest Review – Food, Comfort & More

JAL Sakura Lounge Narita: My Honest Review – Food, Comfort & More

On my flight home from Japan, I managed to get to experience Japan Airlines First Class and Sakura Lounge. It was a premium experience that … Read more

My Peaceful Walk at Hokokuji Temple’s Bamboo Forest (With Photos)

My Peaceful Walk at Hokokuji Temple’s Bamboo Forest (With Photos)

There aren’t that many places that are as serene and peaceful as Hokokuji Temple. And I’m saying this having spent time around a number of … Read more

Walking Through Higashi Chaya District on a Cold, Rainy Afternoon

Walking Through Higashi Chaya District on a Cold, Rainy Afternoon

You’d think you would have nothing to do when it’s raining in Kanazawa but this is actually the furthest thing from the truth. As a … Read more

Shirakawa-go’s Hachiman Shrine in Snow – My Photos

Shirakawa-go’s Hachiman Shrine in Snow – My Photos

Though not as popular as temples like Senso-ji or even Hase-dera, Shirakawa-go’s Hachiman shrine could be every bit as memorable to visit. I managed to … Read more

A Winter Visit to Zenkōji Temple - My Review

A Winter Visit to Zenkōji Temple – My Review

If you’re ever planning to go to Nagano, then you might want to see if you can find time to see Zenkōji Temple. I managed … Read more

Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum: Reviews & Photos from My Visit

Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum: Reviews & Photos from My Visit

Of Japan’s cultural exports, I think Ramen might be the most universally loved. I personally enjoy eating ramen (in moderation of course). Whether it’s the … Read more

My Thoughts on Hyatt Regency Yokohama After Staying There

My Thoughts on Hyatt Regency Yokohama After Staying There

Considering it is marketed as a luxury hotel, I had high expectations for my stay at the Hyatt Regency Yokohama. For the most part, the … Read more

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano: A Review from a First-Time Guest

Hotel Metropolitan Nagano: A Review from a First-Time Guest

It’s my first time at Hotel Metropolitan Nagano and I must say, I was mildly surprised. Now, I wouldn’t go so far as to say … Read more

A Winter Day at Hase-dera Temple: My Photos and Review

A Winter Day at Hase-dera Temple: My Photos and Review

Hase-dera Temple more than justifies why it’s considered a must-visit attraction in Kamakura (aside from Kamakura Kokomae Station and the Tsurugaoka Hachimangū Shrine perhaps!). I … Read more