Ninja Experience: A Day’s Journey to Nindo Mastery in Historic Higashiagatsuma, Gunma
Visit Higashiagatsuma in Gunma and participate in a Ninja Experience where a real Ninja will teach you the ropes.
Green Getaways: Discovering Mt. Haruna’s Vegan Delights and Natural Wonders
Two hours north of Tokyo is Jumonji, an area in Mt. Haruna with rich, fertile soil and excellent vegetables—a delight for vegan travelers.
A night at Shiroiya Hotel: Creativity, Cuisine & Community
Hidden away in Maebashi City, the Shiroiya Hotel is one of Japan's best-kept secrets. It's more like a 5-star ART experience than a hotel! Read to follow Phoebe's journey staying a night at Shiroiya Hotel.
Five fun ways to enjoy Kawagoe!
Are you looking for what to do nearby Tokyo? Let me share five fun ways to enjoy Kawagoe so you can have a great day-trip from Tokyo!
The best way to enjoy Yamaage Festival in 2023
Learn about the UNESCO-registered Yamaage Festival in Nasu-Karasuyama 2 hours from Tokyo. The best way to enjoy it, train times, and more.
Nasu-Karasuyama and it’s Kabuki Festival: A journey to see Japan’s hidden gem
There is a unique street Kabuki Festival (Yamaage Festival) celebrated in Nasu-Karasuyama city each year in July as well as many other things to see and do.
6 Places to check out on your way to Toshogu Shrine in Nikko!
Read about the 6 places I recommend visiting in central Nikko. Walk from JR and Tobu Nikko train stations and experience these hidden gems before arriving at the famous Toshogu Shrine.
Discover Chichibu’s Wine, Whisky and Sake!
Chichibu in Tokyo's neighboring prefecture Saitama has secretly become a top destination for Wine, Whisky and Sake lovers!
Sake Brewery Travelogue Part 3: Discover Shimazaki Sake Brewery!
Visit Shimazaki Sake Brewery, also known as the cave brewery, and discover a traditional sake brewery only 2h drive from Tokyo!
Legends of Nasu – The Killing Stone and Shikanoyu
Nasu is not just a beautiful place it is also the home of two tales, one about the Killing Stone and one about a deer and a magical spring.
A Day Trip to Nasu – Including it’s Onsen and Volcanic Mountain!
There are many great places to visit just outside of Tokyo and Nasu in Tochigi Prefecture, famous for its Onsen is one of them!
Utsunomiya’s Gyoza Guide!
There are many great places to visit close to Tokyo, however, if you are a foodie, visiting Utsunomiya and eating the famous Gyoza is a must!
Sake Brewing Travelogue Part 2: Exploring Katayama Brewery in Nikko!
Visit Katayama Sake Brewery in Nikko, Tochigi and discover a traditional sake brewery only 2h drive from Tokyo!
What to do in Oarai?
There are many great places to visit just outside of Tokyo and Oarai in Ibaraki Prefecture, famous for its coastline, is one of them!
6 Things to do in Kiryu on the First Saturday of the Month!
There are so many great places to visit just outside of Tokyo and Kiryu, a small town famous for its silk and fabric, is one of them!
Sake Brewing Travelogue: A Visit to Watanabesahei Sake Brewery in Nikko
Visit Watanabesahei Sake Brewery in Nikko and discover a traditional sake brewery only 2h drive from Tokyo!
Daiichi Sake Brewery Tour – Visiting the most historic brewery in Tochigi
Experience the Daiichi Sake Brewery Tour and discover the most historic brewery in Tochigi, tucked away in Sano town.
