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Gosenjaku Hotel Kamikochi Review: Worth Booking 6 Months Ahead?
When I started planning my late spring trip to Japan, there was one hotel in Kamikochi that kept coming up in my research: Gosenjaku Hotel Kamikochi. It looked beautiful, of course. But more than that, the location seemed almost too perfect.It sits right beside Kappabashi Bridge, with the Azusa River and the Hotaka mountains right…
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18 Things to Do in Uji, Japan (Staying Overnight? Read This)
Uji is one of my favorite towns in Japan for a slower kind of trip. I’ve been to Uji three times now, but my first two visits were only quick day trips from Kyoto. Usually just enough time for matcha parfaits, matcha soba, a matcha and hojicha haul, and a walk around Byodoin before rushing…
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New Vlog is Out! New Zealand Part 1
It’s been awhile since I last uploaded a vlog, but a new one is finally out. Our New Zealand vlog is out! It’s the first part of our New Zealand trip. New Zealand has been on my travel wishlist for a long time, especially the South Island, so finally being there felt a little surreal.…
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What to Wear in Japan in May: Outfit Ideas for Spring in Tokyo
If you’re wondering what to wear in Japan in May, the weather is usually warm & sunny, sometimes with occasional light rain. I think it’s the perfect weather for walking around all day. You may have seen my previous post about what to wear in Japan in May, where I shared outfit ideas mostly for…
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High Country Salmon vs Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Shop: Where to Go?
If you’re planning a New Zealand South Island roadtrip around Lake Tekapo, or heading toward Mt Cook, you’ve probably seen two popular salmon stops: High Country Salmon and Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Shop. Both are known for fresh New Zealand salmon, but the experience at each place is quite different. So which one should you…
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Lavender Farm near Lake Tekapo, NZ: 7 Things to Expect
If you’re doing a South Island road trip and stopping by Lake Tekapo or Mount Cook, there’s a lavender farm nearby that’s worth adding as a quick detour. It’s calm and scenic. I think it could be a relaxing stop in between long drives! We visited NZ Alpine Lavender in late January, and here’s what…