Articles about destinations in the Kansai region
“Sagano Romantic Train” is a bit of a misnomer. Tourists fight to get tickets to this “romantic” train only to find that it’s anything but. The train is overcrowded, the wooden seats are uncomfortable, the conductor is loud, the ride is bumpy, and the views don’t often live up to expectations. One Reddit user likened … Read more
Kyoto is one of the most fascinating destinations in Japan. It’s almost impossible to get bored in this ancient city of geishas, landscaped gardens, and over two thousand Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. I’ve been to Kyoto several times over the years and I always find something new and interesting to do, no matter how … Read more
Osaka is one of my favorite cities in Japan. It doesn’t have as many tourist attractions as Tokyo or Kyoto but I love its energy and amazing food. For some, Osaka doesn’t warrant as long a stay but its central location and many transportation options make it an ideal base to explore the Kansai region … Read more
I don’t keep count but I’ve probably taken close to a dozen trips to Japan by now. I’ve explored many cities from Kyushu to Hokkaido but Osaka remains one of my favorites. It’s the first city I visited as a hobby blogger and is mostly to blame for my incurable obsession with Japan (and travel … Read more