Snacking in Taiwan is serious business. It would have taken months to sample everything, but these are a few of the things we tried, loved and would definitely eat again. Continue reading The Incredible Snacking Culture of Taipei, Taiwan
As far as urban hikes go, Elephant Mountain has it all: Easy access, gorgeous flora and fauna, and sweeping views of the city down below. Continue reading Hiking Elephant Mountain in Taipei, Taiwan
From cheap eats to shopping to street entertainment, we never grew tired of what this Japanese-inspired neighborhood had to offer. For backpackers, there’s no better home base in Taipei. Continue reading 5 Reasons to Stay in Taipei’s Ximen Neighborhood
A morning trip to Osaka Castle (Osakajo) proved why the spring season is so special to the people of Japan. Continue reading The Magic of Osaka Castle During Cherry Blossom Season
Nearly every district in Japan has stolen our hearts in some way, but Arashiyama is an extra-special place. Here’s what you can’t miss when you visit this nationally designated historic site. Continue reading 8 Ways to Spend the Day in Arashiyama, Kyoto
We didn’t know what to expect, but we knew two things for sure: the photos would last forever and, in this life, you can’t take yourself too seriously. Continue reading Our First Kimono Experience at Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto
If there’s anything that worried us more than embarrassing ourselves in Japan, it was doing so while naked. We knew we had to experience onsen, a Japanese bathing ritual, but as we searched for nearby locations, it all became very real. Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to the Japanese Onsen
Japan’s coolest city, Tokyo, is more than just a city – it’s more like many cities connected by one of the most sophisticated metro systems in the world (23 wards, to be exact). Here are some of the must-dos if you’re visiting for the first time – but this list only scratches the surface. Continue reading A First-Timer’s Bucket List for Tokyo
I have been enamored with Japanese day-to-day fashion for years – and the case was no different during our trip in spring 2018, right as the weather warmed and the cherry blossoms bloomed. Continue reading What Women in Japan Are Wearing, Spring 2018
Yes, it’s silly. Yes, it’s outrageous. And yes, it’s super touristy – but the Robot Restaurant is an absolute blast for anyone who appreciates unusual nightlife experiences. Continue reading 5 Reasons Tokyo’s Robot Restaurant is Worth a Visit
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