Panorama no yu

It had been another very hot, humid evening in Tokyo so I was looking forward to the cool mountain air … Continue reading Panorama no yu

Kamogawakan

My heart and mind sparkled with joy as I boarded the Wakashio Express train bound for Awa-Kamogawa, a coastal town … Continue reading Kamogawakan

I arrived at Sawatari Onsen in the early evening after a day of exploring Shima Onsen. It was another very … Continue reading Sawatari Onsen

It was another very rainy day as I headed off on the express train from Ueno station on a 2 … Continue reading Shima Onsen

Having fallen in love wth Shimoda coastal areas, I was motivated to further explore the Izu Peninsula. There had … Continue reading Atagawa Onsen

My visit to Izu Nagaoka was quite a random, last minute choice for a day trip. Located in Shizuoka prefecture, … Continue reading Izu Nagaoka – New Hakkeien

Tucked well away from civilisation, Kannon Onsen is a natural paradise to relax and unwind to the fullest. Before I … Continue reading Shimoda – Day 2: Kannon Onsen

Located at the tip of the Izu Peninsula, approximately 2.5 hours by train south west of Tokyo, Shimoda is a … Continue reading Shimoda – Kanaya Ryokan Sennin Buro