The trip in Kumamoto was remarkable, with lots of unexpected treats. That region of Japan is best known for its volcanos, so I got to explore quite a few of those. The closest I got to the heart of the
Chojabaru Plateau : Oita Japan
Touring the Aso area in Kumamoto on the south western part of Japan, I ran into some funky places. Wasn’t sure what to expect of Chojabaru Plateau, just off the Yamanami Highway, but when I got there I saw some
Takachiho Gorge : Kumamoto
On a road trip going from Japan’s Kagoshima up north towards Aso-Kuju National Park in Kumamoto, I made a stop to see Takachiho Gorge. The fall autumn leaves add color to the already gorgeous gorge, making the views spectacular and
Visions of Aso : Kumamoto Japan
Japan is one of my favorite travel destinations. I’ve been to Japan many times, and it has always proved a unique cultural and aesthetically beautiful experience challenging much of how I previously experienced Asia, or travel anywhere else in the
