Places in this collection
Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine
attraction2619 Kamishikimi, Takamori, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-1601, Japan
One of the 4 recommended spots in Japan.
View on Google MapsAdashino Nenbutsuji Temple
attraction17番地 Sagatoriimoto Adashinocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8436, Japan
Temple famous for its 8,000 stone grave markers.
View on Google MapsKappabashi Hondōri Shopping Street
shop3 Chome-3-4 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan
Also known as Kitchen Town, this street is a dream for those obsessed with kitchenware. You can find everything from chopsticks to chowans, handmade and made in Japan. Most shops open at 10 and close at 5.
View on Google MapsOtago Nenbutsuji Temple
attraction2-5 Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8439, Japan
Buddhist temple with over a thousand disciple statues
View on Google MapsHigashimuki Shopping St
shopNara, Japan
End point of the half-day Nara trip.
View on Google MapsGion
attractionGion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Japan
Cultural district
View on Google MapsSanjūsangendō Temple
attraction657 Sanjusangendomawari, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0941, Japan
Temple with a thousand Kannon statues, each with a different face.
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restaurantJapan, 〒604-8005 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Ebisucho, 534-31 木屋町ビル B1 CEO
Miso Tsukemen, cold thick noodles with a hot dipping broth
View on Google MapsShimokitazawa
shopShimokitazawa, Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan
Thrifting
View on Google MapsKamogawa River
attractionJapan, 〒603-8142 Kyoto, 京都市北区Koyamakitakamifusacho, 49-1 イオンモール北大路 4階
Locals sit by the river, we did too. Free and relaxing.
View on Google MapsShiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory
cafeJapan, 〒155-0033 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Daita, 5 Chome−3−1 1F
Totoro cream puffs
View on Google MapsFujikawaguchiko
attractionMinamitsuru District, Yamanashi, Japan
Iconic Mount Fuji views, two hours by train, Fujisan View Express for around $8 one way
View on Google MapsHarmonica Yokocyo
attraction1-chōme-1 Kichijōji Honchō, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan
Tiny bar alley crammed with yakitori spots and izakayas; all the atmosphere of Golden Gai with a fraction of the tourists; pick the smallest bar you can find and sit down
View on Google MapsUeno Park
attractionUenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007, Japan
View on Google MapsKaruizawa
attractionKaruizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano 389-0102, Japan
Slow living in this resort town an hour away from tokyo. fave thing i did this trip was to tonbonoyu onsen in the snow was magical
View on Google MapsSensō-ji
attraction2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Vibrant temple
View on Google MapsI'm donut? Harajuku
cafeJapan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−14−24 1F・2F
Filled donuts
View on Google MapsYanaka Ginza
attraction3-chōme-13-1 Yanaka, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0001, Japan
Old Tokyo shotengai shopping street with tofu shops, sembei crackers, cats sleeping in doorways; survived the war and the earthquakes; go on a weekday morning
View on Google MapsBaggage Coffee
cafe東京都, Japan
Tucked in a hidden corner, my favorite cafe in omotesando
View on Google MapsAtami Plum Garden
attraction8-11 Baiencho, Atami, Shizuoka 413-0032, Japan
Lovely trip just an hour away from Tokyo. A bit of fresh air on the beach in November.
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