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
Nabegataki Falls : Kagoshima
The last stop in the Kagoshima trip before heading back through the Fukuoka airport, was the Nabegataki Falls. An easy walk down a paved path taking you to a series of lovely falls, falling over large caves. It’s a magical
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
Sengan-en Gardens : Kagoshima
Japanese gardens are always a treat, and the Kagoshima Sengan-en Gardens are a wonderful example. Overlooking the bay, with the scenic backdrop of the volcano mountains surrounded by water, it’s a magical place to explore, both for the gardens and
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
Chikuzen Sumiyoshi & Hakata Gion Yamakasa Shrines: Fukuoka
Upon arrival in Fukuoka I set out for an introductory walking tour of the area, to try and get a feel for the city, and within a minute I hit the first neighbor shrine. Throughout the time I wandered around
Toto toilet museum : Kitakyushu Japan
I love specialty museums. I’m so tired of the same old typical museums in each city that every time I run into something different, I’m ecstatic. In a recent trip to Japan to the Fukuoka region, I did a quick
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
Visions of Kitakyushu : Japan
In my recent visit to Japan I had a chance to visit the Fukuoka region, and a quick fast train away is Kitakyushu, an old industrial city. Near a very large trading port, surrounded by mountains, one of the first things
Visions of Fukuoka : Japan
Japan is one of my favorite places to travel. Even short trip to places to non touristic places seems to end up as being very enjoyable, and me generally being very impressed and delighted with the Japanese. Even my trip
