Hi, this is Sathi! It is starting to get chilly here in Tokyo, hope you are all keeping warm!! In Japan, many payments are still by cash. Of course we have credit cards, and are gradually shifting to online payments.…
Hakone
Hakone Japan is a beautiful spot to enjoy nature not far from Tokyo.
Osaka DuckTour: Amphibious vehicle tour
Amphibious vehicles are very suitable for touring. The reason being, you can enjoy the view from both land and water in one trip. In Osaka, you can make wonderful memories by joining the only tour of this kind with Osaka…
Live event in Osaka
There’s no doubt 2020 has been a tough year, and music fans are no exception. Joining a live music event (not online streaming) has become a luxury. However, the dream came true for me in early October at Expo’70 Commemorative…
Autumn in Japan
In my opinion autumn is the best season in Japan. The weather is still warm but the humidity is gone. October and November are very pleasant months to spend time outdoors because of the cool, refreshing air and beautiful scenery. …
Oyama Shrine
When traveling in Japan, visiting temples and shrines is a popular activity. However, for some foreign visitors, they may feel the temples and shrines all start to look the same after a while. I would like to introduce Oyama Shrine,…
Kyoto part 1 – “Kinkakuji Temple”
Part 1 of my Kyoto travel note, is Kinkakuji Temple! (Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinkaku-ji). Kinkakuji Temple is one of Japan’s shiniest temples! It is all gold, covered with pure gold leaf! This is why it is one of the most popular buildings…
“Osaka” part 4 – “Shitennoji Temple”
Miss my Osaka posts? Part 4 of my Osaka travel, is Shitennoji Temple! (Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shitenn%C5%8D-ji). Shitennoji Temple is one of Japan’s oldest officially administered temples. The world’s largest bell “Tsurigane” was there too, until it was unfortunately destroyed in World…
“Osaka” part 3 – “Tako-yaki”
Hope you are enjoying my Osaka posts! Part 3 of my Osaka travel, is Tako-yaki!(Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takoyaki). Tako-yaki is one of Osaka’s specialties, and is DELICIOUS!! Writing about it is making me so hungry, and I am craving for it now!…
Waterfalls, nature around Mount Fuji
As you may know, Japan is an island country, however you can still enjoy various landscapes such as ocean views, mountain views, and big city atmosphere as well. Did you know there are waterfalls near Mount Fuji? This one is…