Japan Seto Inland Sea Cruise on the Asuka II: Preparations & Day 1
From August 20–25, 2026, I took a 6-day cruise aboard the luxury liner Asuka II. I’m excited to share my experience!Asuk...
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Nature & Outdoors Going snorkeling at Okinoshima Beach
Right after summer break started, we went snorkeling on Okinoshima Island in Tateyama City, Chiba Prefecture.We went las...
Japan Trip to Miyazaki & Aso Day 3-2: Aso
Here is Part 2 of the final day of our trip to Miyazaki and Aso!After leaving the mystical and breathtaking Takachiho Go...
Japan Trip to Miyazaki & Aso Day 3 – 1: Takachiho Gorge
It was already the final day of our trip. We finally made it to Takachiho Gorge!We had booked a boat for 11:00 AM, so un...
Japan Trip to Miyazaki & Aso Day 2: Takachiho Shrine
On the second morning, I woke up right before sunrise. I eagerly woke up the other two, and we watched the morning sun r...
Japan Trip to Miyazaki & Aso Day 1: Nichinan & Seagaia
Back in the summer of 2024, I took a trip to Miyazaki and Aso.Wait—are you really writing about something that happened ...