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Osaka Na or Osaka Now?!
Osaka is the second largest metropolitan city in Japan next to Tokyo. Osaka is located in Kansai region, making it the city in between modern and traditional lifestyle. Osaka offers as a gateway to other cities like Kyoto, Nara and Kobe. How did I get there? I pre-booked a Shinkansen or Bullet Train from Tokyo…
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Day Tour in Kyoto
You cannot travel to Kansai without travelling in Kyoto. Kyoto is the capital of the old Japan. Rich in historical sites, relics and monuments, the city attracts more than 30 million visitors every year. Kyoto is known as well for the young and beautiful maiko and geisha. An old friend once told me that he…
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Gandara sa Nara!
Nara was considered as the first permanent capital of Japan. The capital was moved to a new location whenever a new emperor ascended to the throne. Nara is located less than an hour from Kyoto and Osaka. My travel in Nara has been significantly more fun for me. I also consider that Nara is very much maganda…
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Hello, Fuji-san!
While browsing for the places I wanted to travel in Japan, Mt. Fuji keeps on popping in my feed. Thus, I decided to visit Mt. Fuji for one day and believe me, seeing Fuji-san was one of the highlights when you travel to Japan. ❤ Mt. Fuji is considered as the most iconic symbol of…
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Jess at Japan!
It was never part of the plan. Why? I am history geek and we all know what happened when Japan invaded the Philippines. Japanese soldiers either rape Filipina women or torture Filipino soldiers and civilians, just to get what they desired. For me, they were heartless. However, as I grow old, I learnt some of…
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Family Vacation at Baguio City
It was 10 years ago when I visited Baguio City with my family. This time, we have additional members to join us at the City of Pines. We have a 1 year old and a 4 year old whom are very much adorable and quirky. Plus, my mother aged thus visiting attractions in Baguio City…
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