Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Despite having picturesque tiny hot spring towns, traditional festivals and sacred mountains, Tohoku (just two hours from Tokyo) is often woefully forgotten by first-time visitors to Japan. Travel consultant Aaron returns to his former home city of Sendai, the largest city in Tohoku, to reveal just how special […]
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Autumn in Tohoku, Japan: A photo blog
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! We could wax lyrical all day about why Japan is so wonderful in autumn, but sometimes photos speak louder than words. Last October, Ursula travelled through the beautiful Tohoku region, snapping the warm hues of autumn’s turning leaves as she went. Like this post? Help us by […]
Luxury Japan: Staying at the Hoshinoya Fuji
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Japan isn’t short of special places to lay your head. Perhaps you’ve heard of Benesse House, the renowned hotel/museum on Naoshima Island. Or traditional farm-stays at Brown’s Field or Jiji no Ie. But, what about the modern cabins at the Hoshinoya Fuji? With a vastly different experience […]
Japan’s Kitchen: Best food in Osaka
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Close to the sea and the mountains, Osaka has always been a city with abundant ingredients, helping shape its strong sense of food culture. These days it’s known affectionately as ‘Japan’s Kitchen’ – you won’t leave empty bellied! Travel consultant Holly takes to the streets to find […]
Interview: David Baddiel on Japan
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! In issue 7 of east magazine, British comedian, television presenter, novelist, and playwright, David Baddiel gave us the lowdown on his family trip to Japan. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Top 5 foodie experiences in Fukuoka
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Adeline, travel consultant and former Kyushu resident, shares her favourite ways to fill up in the foodie hub of Fukuoka. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!
Like this post? Help us by sharing it! Adeline, travel consultant and former Kyushu resident, shares her favourite ways to fill up in the foodie hub of Fukuoka. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!