Emiliano DeSantiago, Author at VOYAPON

Emiliano DeSantiago

I live in Japan and have a thing for photography. Follow to see cool Japanese stuff through here! https://www.instagram.com/edawg.in.japan/

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Articles by Emiliano DeSantiago

Discover Wakasa-Wada’s Quiet Fishing Village

September 12, 2018 Beaches & Islands, Fishing, Hiking, Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto, Rail Passes, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Takahama Town A Very Zen Filled Fishing Experience in Wakasa-Wada Just a short train ride away from famous Kyoto, you'll find the beautiful seaside town of Takahama in Fukui Prefecture. Takahama is famous across Japan for the stunning...

Takahama Beach Guest House in Fukui Prefecture

A Traditional Japanese Minshuku and a Guesthouse in Wakasa Takahama

September 9, 2018 Beaches & Islands, Fukui, Gardens & Parks, Kaiseki, Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto, Minshuku, Ryokan, Sashimi, Sponsored

Sponsored by Takahama Town I was fortunate enough to stay at Warakuso, a traditional Japanese-style inn, during my visit to Takahama in Fukui Prefecture, and it is without a doubt one of the best accommodations I've had to pleasure of...

Wakasa Wada Blue-Flag Beach in Takahama, Fukui Prefecture

How to Enjoy the Outstanding Blue Water Coast of Takahama’s Blue Flag Beach

September 7, 2018 Beaches & Islands, Culture, Fukui, Sponsored, Summer

Sponsored by Takahama Town Although I'm convinced that you can arrive in Takahama without any prior planning and still having a great time, I know that some of us like to have a bit more structure in our travel plans.So...

Easy Access to Takahama Beach from Kyoto

September 5, 2018 Beaches & Islands, Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto, Local Buses, Rail Passes, Shinkansen, Sponsored, Summer

Sponsored by Takahama Town Takahama in Fukui Prefecture, home to one of Asia’s two Blue Flag certified beaches, can be reached quickly and easily from Kyoto Station. And great news for anyone with a JR PASS, you can use your...

A Stunning Beach in Close Proximity to Kyoto in Takahama town, Fukui Prefecture, Japan.

Exciting Beach-side Activities in Takahama, Fukui!

September 3, 2018 Beaches & Islands, Fukui, Hiking, Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyushu, Okinawa, Okinawa, Okinawa, Okinawa, Rail Passes, Sponsored

Sponsored by Takahama Town A Stunning Beach in Close Proximity to Kyoto! When we think of relaxing white sand beaches with clear blue water in Japan, our first thought is usually Okinawa or Japan's southern island of Kyushu. I myself am...

An Enjoyable Cycling Adventure Through Toon, Ehime

March 1, 2018 Cycling, Ehime, Sponsored, Sweets

Sponsored by Toon City Bike riding is something that I consider to be a part of Japanese culture. I see people of every age riding to school, work, for exercise, or even just for fun. Because of this fact, no...

A Winter Escape, Ice Cascades in Toon, Ehime

February 26, 2018 Clothing, Ehime, Essentials, Hiking, Mountains, National Parks, Sponsored, Winter

Sponsored by Toon City About a 20 minute taxi ride from Yokogawara Station lies the majestic Shiraino Waterfall, which during the winter months of January and February becomes the ice cascades of Toon in Ehime Prefecture. The hiking trail leading...

Botanchaya, A Unique Farmers Restaurant in Toon, Ehime

February 23, 2018 Ehime, Local Buses, Rice, Sake & Alcohol, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines 3 Comments

Sponsored by Toon City I recently had the opportunity to visit the beautiful coastal town of Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture. An area that is perhaps best known for its historic castle, onsen (hot springs), and temples; several of which are...

A Night in Historic Nakatsugawa, After Visiting the Post Town!

February 20, 2018 Culture, Gifu, Izakaya, Language, Local Buses, Nightlife, Ryokan, Sponsored

Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City My Stay in Nakatsugawa: Ryokan, Food, and Nightlife I recently had the opportunity to spend a night in historic Nakatsugawa. And it was among the most satisfying nights I've have in recent memory. I had the...

The woodcrafts shop in Nagiso town, Gifu, Japan.

Check out Nagiso’s Lathed Woodcrafts – Rokuro

February 18, 2018 Sponsored

Sponsored by Nagiso Town Experience Traditional Nagiso Rokuro: Rokuro Zaiku no Yamaichi My visit to Rokuro Zaiku no Yamaichi near Nagiso Station in Nagano Prefecture is my first experience with the Japanese woodcraft know as rokuro. But surprisingly although Rokuro...

Yui-an Hostel and Cafe: Modern Comfort in Traditional Surroundings

February 16, 2018 Culture, Historic Sites, Hostels, Language, Nagano, Sake & Alcohol, Sponsored, Vegetarian & Vegan

Sponsored by Nagiso Town Yui-an Hostel and Cafe: Tradition and Modernity Existing in Perfect Harmony The Yui-an Hostel and Cafe is so much more than just a place to sleep, it's an experience. Hiro and Rie, the hosts, provide a...

Tsukechi-Kyo Valley in Nakatsugawa City, Gifu prefecture, Japan.

Tsukechi-Kyo Valley: A Tranquil Mountain Escape

February 14, 2018 Gifu, Hiking, Mountains, National Parks, Sponsored, Summer

Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City A Hidden Gem: Tsukechi Gorge Near the Historic Nakatsugawa Tsukechi Gorge is without a doubt one of the most naturally beautiful locations I’ve ever had the opportunity to visit, and is hands down one of the...

Nakatsugawa-juku Post Town close to Magome, Gifu, Japan.

A Hidden Gem: Nakatsugawa-juku Post Town close to Magome

February 12, 2018 Gifu, Historic Sites, Rail Passes, Sake & Alcohol, Shinkansen, Sponsored, Sweets, Winter

Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City History: During the Edo period, Nakatsugawa was the 45th post town along the historic Nakasendo road which served as the connection between Edo (modern Tokyo) and Kyoto. The trip from Kyoto to Tokyo was no easy feat....

The Peaceful Isolation of Nagiso’s Kakizore Gorge

February 10, 2018 Hiking, Nagano, Safety, Sponsored, Taxis, Winter

Sponsored by Nagiso Town Escape Into Nature: Kakizore Gorge From the moment you arrive at the trail that leads to Kakizore Gorge in Nagano Prefecture, you are surrounded by nature. I was lucky enough to visit Kakizore Gorge in the...

Naegi Castle Ruins in Nakatsugawa City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan.

The Scenic Naegi Castle Ruins, the Machu Pichu of the East

February 8, 2018 Autumn Leaves, Castles, Cherry Blossoms, Gifu, Historic Sites, Sponsored

Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City History: A short distance from Nakatsugawa Station stands the ruins of Naegi Castle. Naegi Castle, which was constructed 400 years ago, served as a home for the prominent Toyama Family. In 1871 the buildings of Naegi Castle...

Experience the Edo Period in Nagiso’s Tsumago Post Town

February 6, 2018 Highway Buses, Hiking, Historic Sites, Local Buses, Mountains, Nagano, Sponsored, Summer, Taxis

Sponsored by Nagiso Town Tsumago: The Prosperous 42nd Post on the Historic Nakasendo Road Tsumago Post Town was the 42nd post town on the historic Nakasendo road, which linked Kyoto to Tokyo during the Edo Period. There was an effort...

Magome: A Scenic Post Town in Nakatsugawa

February 4, 2018 Gifu, Hiking, Historic Sites, Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto, Mountains, Museums & Galleries, Rail Passes, Sponsored, Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo

Sponsored by Nakatsugawa City Experience the History and Scenic Landscapes of Nakatsugawa's Magome Post Town Magome was once the prosperous 43rd post along the historic Nakasendo Road which connected Kyoto and Tokyo. With the invention of locomotive travel across Japan,...

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