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Before visiting Kamikochi, I kept seeing it recommended as one of the best day trips from Matsumoto, Takayama, or even as part of a Japan Alps itinerary. Kamikochi is incredibly beautiful, even a few hours of visit. The scenery around Kappabashi Bridge is easy to access, the walking trails are…
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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. In this NZ vlog, I’m sharing the start of our road trip from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo. You might see some things to do in Christchurch and how the scenery actually looked like along the way. If you’re curious about what our New Zealand road…
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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 when in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. In this post, I’m sharing more Japan spring outfit ideas, based on what I wore while visiting Tokyo, Kanazawa, and Nagoya. Here are some of the outfits I wore in May. 1. Should you wear dresses in Japan in…
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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 choose? 1. What is the difference between High Country Salmon and Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Shop? I think the main difference comes down to menu variety, seating comfort, and overall ambiance. High Country Salmon feels more like a casual family friendly restaurant with full menu.…
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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 you can expect if you’re thinking of going too. 1. Where is the lavender farm? The lavender farm most people visit around Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook area is New Zealand Alpine Lavender, located along the road toward Mt Cook from Lake Tekapo or Twizel.…
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