The Story Begins in a Rice Field
The theme of my trip to Shiga last week was sustainable tourism with a major emphasis on supporting local craftsmanship from wooden bucket makers, rice farmers, and sake breweries. Shiga...
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Step into a world of tranquility and rejuvenation with our Wellness and Retreat Tours in Japan. From the tranquil temples of Kyoto to the remote islands of the Seto Inland Sea, our expert guides will lead you on a journey of self-discovery and relaxation. Our tours are designed to immerse you in Japan's rich wellness traditions, allowing you to unwind, recharge, and reconnect with yourself.
Zen Retreat: Reconnecting with Nature in West Japan (5 days/4 nights)
The theme of my trip to Shiga last week was sustainable tourism with a major emphasis on supporting local craftsmanship from wooden bucket makers, rice farmers, and sake breweries. Shiga...
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Cover photo courtesy of Takimoto Gozaten. This is the last installment of my journey to Ishikawa where I had the opportunity to learn about different craftsmanship like metalworking, and pottery and...
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Cover photo courtesy of Seihodo. Continuing my exploration of Ishikawa Prefecture on day two! In my previous post, I shared about countryside bike rides and sake tasting. If you missed the...
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A day of cycling, shrines, pizza, and Japanese sake!Part 1 of Day Two of my Ishikawa trip began with a cycling adventure from Tsurugi station at the foot of Mt. Hakusan...
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Cover photo courtesy of Kanamori Alloy Co.,Ltd. From June 19 to 21st, I had the incredible opportunity to explore the lesser-known corners of Ishikawa. The tour group wandered through Kanazawa, Kaga,...
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Foxes, or "kitsune" in Japanese, hold significant cultural and spiritual importance in Japan. They are revered as intelligent, mystical beings associated with Shinto and Buddhist beliefs. Often depicted as shape-shifters,...
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Starting a journey through Japan from Fukuoka can be an excellent choice for several reasons: 1. Convenient Transportation HubSay goodbye to the hassle of changing trains or worrying about pricey...
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Ninjas, Trains, Aquariums, Gozilla, Evangelion, Naruto and Hello Kitty? We've got your back! Let's cut to the chase – we get it. When you're exploring with the little ones in...
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