Tokyo is an exciting city with no shortage of things to do and see! However the city life can be a little overwhelming at times, especially with the summer heat and humidity thats kicked in. It’s times like these where you might look to the country side for a break. Saitama Nagatoro is a great … More Day trip from Tokyo to Saitama
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The Otama Walking Trail is a nice and easy 8km trail in Okutama, in western Tokyo. It follows the valley formed by the Tama River from Kori station to Okutama station. I had already followed the section of the trail in Hatonosu Valley last autumn but I came back for the whole…
So I discovered this blog: http://notesofnomads.com/super-sized-tokudai-ice-cream-nakano-tokyo-japan/ and decided to take the challenge! LOOK AT THIS BEAST!! The flavours from bottom to top: Ramune (a kind of soda) Matcha grape caramel chocolate coffee strawberry vanilla Also it’s nut free, so no need to worry for those with allergies! Where to find it: Go to Nakano station and … More Tokyo Tokudai Soft Ice cream challenge!
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Since the opening of the Tokyo Skytree in 2012, Tokyo Tower is no longer the tallest or most fashionable structure in Tokyo. Still, the 56-year-old steel giant has managed to hang onto its reputation as one of the city’s most romantic locales, thanks in part to its location in quiet, sophisticated Shiba-koen…
So! This was my FIRST time hiking in Japan and WOW did I underestimate hiking here. This place is beautiful and a great experience (although it may leave you sore for a couple of days). Its about an hour and a half from Shinjuku station. This hike is relatively underrated. There aren’t many people hiking in … More Hiking in Japan (Mt Ougiyama) ( 扇山)
So you live in Japan and you’re looking for a job, but you haven’t graduated from University and you don’t know much japanese. If you are ever stuck in this situation then there is actually something you can do, teach your native language (english in my case). Now, many english teaching companies will only hire potential … More Teaching english in Japan
A overview of a week full of competing in the martial arts world! with and insight to the view of the Budokan and the difference between how martial arts is practiced in the East Vs West! … More Martial arts Week
