One of Japan's favorite summer getaways for locals and tourists alike is Okinawa. Okinawa is the southernmost prefecture of Japan…
Dagmara KoreckaJuly 7, 2020
Kagoshima, situated on the southern tip of Japan, is a paradise for shochu enthusiasts. Like whisky and brandy, shochu is…
Dagmara KoreckaJune 9, 2018
Kagoshima Prefecture is covered with dense and beautiful bamboo forests that spread across the region. In the more local areas,…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 19, 2018
Okinawa, a legacy and inheritance of the Ryukyu Kingdom, characterizes a distinctive, rich and colorful culture that is very different…
Dagmara KoreckaJune 3, 2017
That day was quite gloomy and dull. On the top of that it was raining. However, unpleasant weather conditions did…
Dagmara KoreckaJanuary 15, 2017
Share Castle - World Heritage Site that is a Royal residence for Kings of Ryukyu Kingdom In the concrete jungle…
Dagmara KoreckaNovember 27, 2016
You land in Naha, a concrete steaming hot jungle that does not portray an exotic and beautiful image of broad…
Dagmara KoreckaAugust 25, 2016
Exploration of Okinawa can not be done without going to Kouri Island, well-known place for its unusual phenomena - cliffs…
Dagmara KoreckaAugust 14, 2016
Okinawa despite its delicious cuisine and unique culture is all about stunning sandy beaches and small picturesque islands where you…
Dagmara KoreckaJuly 22, 2016
I would love to introduce a slightly different type which is exceptionally distinctive for Okinawa Islands and simply called Okinawan…
Dagmara KoreckaJuly 10, 2016
To make your travel around Okinawa more unusual I would highly recommend stopping by Onna-son (恩納村) village located in Kunigami…
Dagmara KoreckaJune 2, 2016
As the summer with its hot sunny days arrives at Okinawa, scuba diving as well as relaxing on the beach …
Dagmara KoreckaJune 1, 2016
Takeda shrine, simple in its appearance, extraordinary and sophisticated in the little town of Kaseda, Minamisatsuma. There's also a cozy…
Dagmara KoreckaMay 8, 2016
Discover the rich history of the Kamikaze aviator pilots at Chiran's Peace Museum.
Dagmara KoreckaMay 6, 2016
Delicious soba at Sobachaya Fukiagean restaurant, an ancient watermill house in Kagoshima.
Dagmara KoreckaMay 5, 2016
On my second day of exploring the exotic seaside city of Kagoshima, I was invited to a local summer festival…
Dagmara KoreckaMay 3, 2016
In search of the forgotten gods in the rural areas of Minamisatsuma and Minamikata Shrine.
Dagmara KoreckaMay 3, 2016
The Rokugatsudo festival in Kagoshima turns the city into a brilliant display of color, both with the yukata of the…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 30, 2016
Midoriso Onsen stands out even among the many high-quality volcanic hot springs Kagoshima Prefecture has to offer visitors
Dagmara KoreckaApril 29, 2016
Eating cold somen noodles at Tosenkyo Masunoya in Ibusuki, Kagoshima prefecture, is a great way to sample regional cuisine and…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 28, 2016
The Toyotama Shrine in Chiran, Kagoshima Prefecture, gives visitors a link to both Japan's mythological beginnings and its early history
Dagmara KoreckaApril 27, 2016
Adventure is calling Kagoshima. Exploring this wonderful place unassisted can lead one to finding wonderful things, like a foot onsen…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 26, 2016
If you are particularly enthusiastic about traditional Japanese architecture which is surrounded by beautifully designed gardens and shaped the urban…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 9, 2016
Out in Minamisatsuma, one can explore the clash of traditional culture living in a modern society while biking through its…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 8, 2016
Kinpo Mountain offers an amazing hiking trail for a beautiful view of the prefecture, but also holds the sorrowful tale…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 7, 2016
For a waterfall excursion, do not miss Kagoshima as it is overflowing with dazzling waterfalls which enrich its flourishing and…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 5, 2016
A large staple of Japanese mythology, Kirishima Jingu Shrine is not a place you want to miss out on. Home…
Dagmara KoreckaApril 5, 2016
