April 27, 2020
Travel Day 9, Kyoto, 3/30/19: Today Jonathan and I got up early and headed to the Golden Pagoda. You have to take a bus to get there, and we did at 7:30 for a 9 AM opening. I had read Read more…
April 26, 2020
Shibuya Crossing which is located just outside of Shibuya Station is one of the most iconic street crossings in Japan. You can view the crossing either from the second floor of the Startbucks across the street (This is really crowded) Read more…
April 22, 2020
Travel Day 7, Osaka, 3/28/19: Today was a full day in Osaka, so we went to Nara to see the Bowing deer and the largest bronze Buddha in the world. Sue of course got bit by a deer trying to Read more…
October 1, 2019
The Shinkansen or Japanese bullet train is an easy way to get around Japan. You don’t have he hassle of the airport, you can eat an Eki-Ben, and you are usually deposited close to the city center of your destination. Read more…
September 25, 2019
Travel Day 8, Osaka to Kyoto, 3/29/19: The only day I’ve been somewhat concerned on this trip so far for my safety. We got up and went out to get some breakfast and the Salary Men where leaving the bars Read more…
September 18, 2019
Day 6: Hiroshima to Osaka, 3/27/19: Today we left Hiroshima and took the Shinkansen to Osaka. Our AirBnB was in Namba District, and was the smallest one we’ve stayed at. They are very good here at making the AirBnB’s look Read more…
September 13, 2019
Day 5: Tokyo to Hiroshima, 3/26/19: Today started with a Shinkansen ride to Hiroshima from Tokyo. When we arrived we stored our luggage at the station in a locker and took a street car to the Peace park. I Read more…
September 10, 2019
There are two money related topics we will be discussing today related to dining in Japan. The first is Otoshi or seat charge. This is a way for restaurants and bars to provide a cover fee without making it look Read more…
September 6, 2019
You are going to be asked what unique thing did you find in Japan. So why not bring it back with you and share it with your friends and family. Read on for some interesting souvenirs that you can bring Read more…
September 3, 2019
Do I Need an International Drivers License in Japan? The short answer is no. However, if you do not have a work or resident visa for Japan you will need one if you want to rent a car or drive Read more…