If you’re looking for an amazing spot to view Mount Fuji then the Fuji Five Lake area is always going to be a good starting point. More specifically, Lake Motosu. One of the smaller of the five lakes, but personally I think one of the best views. With beautiful calm waters, you can get a […]
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Fisherman’s Path in Snowdonia
You’ve seen the pictures of the Fisherman’s Path in Snowdonia online, and you’re here to find it for yourself. Although the alure of visiting these hidden gems is high, sometimes it’s not all that practical. Especially give that most are on private land, and or are in a state of decay or disrepair so offer […]
Arashiyama Monkey Park, Kyoto
If you’re wanting to see Snow Monkeys when you’re in Kyoto, Arashiyama Monkey Park is the place for you. When visiting the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, this is an easy walk up to Monkey Park and is a great way to spend a morning. Not usually one for promoting zoos or animals in captivity, but the Arashiyama […]
Tedori Gorge Walk, Hakusan
The Tedori Gorge in Hakusan National Park is a seriously impressive gorge, with turquoise waters and fast-flowing waterfalls. It’s an 8-kilometer-long gorge with up to 30-metre cliffs towering above the fast-flowing river Tedori below. With some seriously impressive turquoise pools and fast-flowing waterfalls, this is a worthy stop if you’re visiting Hakusan. The most impressive […]
Takimatano Waterfall Hike – Kyoto
Takimatano Waterfalls is just outside of Kyoto, and offers a unique hike in the dense forests of Kyoto, with a hidden Buddhist twist. The short, but fun hike, follows the river upstream through a well-worn, and easy trail. About 3/4 of the way through the trail, you’re met with shrines, rock carvings, and more unique […]
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Japan
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest might be one of the most popular locations in the whole of Japan. Drawing thousands of tourists, both Western and Japanese, every single day. It’s easy to see why this place is so popular. A huge bamboo forest located just outside of Kyoto, Japan. It’s a perfect spot for Instagram queens, dressed-up […]
Joren Waterfall Guide – Japan
Joren Waterfall is one of the most unique waterfalls I have ever been to. Not because of the waterfall itself, but because they use the fresh spring water from the falls to grow Wasabi right next to the river. Unsure of how cool this place would be, and seeing it listed as one of the […]
Mount Fuji’s Best Angle? Honcho Street
If you’ve ever googled Mount Fuji then you would have most definitely seen the incredible street view you can get. I’m here to show you exactly where that street is, and how you can see this incredible view for yourself. As a side note, I spent 3 days in Fuji and for the first 50 […]
Yumeno Tsurihashi Bridge, Sumatakyo Gorge.
Aptly known as the “Bridge of Dreams” the Yumeno Tsurihashi Bridge is a 90m long suspension bridge that crosses the Sumatakyo Gorge. Famous for its mountain onsens, many deer, and now, this world-famous bridge. A rickety, small, and nerve-wracking bridge that spans 90m across one of the most beautiful gorges I’ve ever seen. The deep […]
Shira-Ito Waterfall Hike, Japan
Shira-Ito Waterfall is one of the best waterfalls I’ve seen in Japan so far. It looks like it would belong in Croatia, with its 150m wide cascading waterfall that falls gracefully down the rocks and into the valley below. A beautiful set of falls that are absolutely worth visiting if you’re in the Fuji area, […]