Estelle Loiseau, Author at VOYAPON

Estelle Loiseau

Je m'appelle Estelle, je suis française et je vis au Japon depuis novembre dernier grâce au Working Holidays Visa. J'adore découvrir le Japon et tous ses endroits secrets ! Suivez moi !

31 articles

Articles by Estelle Loiseau

Stay at Tanekura Inn in the Heart of the Japanese Alps

March 31, 2026 Gifu, Hostels, Nature, small featured, Sponsored, Takayama

Like other villages in this region, Tanekura Inn has remained authentic and retains the lush greenery of its mountains and terraced rice fields, and it’s only 40 minutes from Takayama.

Enjoy a Cycling Tour in Rural Japan’s Hida Furukawa

February 19, 2025 Clothing, Culture, Cycling, Essentials, Gifu, Mountains, National Parks, Sponsored, Summer Festivals, Takayama

Nestled in the Japanese Alps, Hida Furukawa is a charming town just 40 km from Takayama, offering stunning landscapes, historic streets, and vibrant cultural festivals like the Santera Mairi Festival. Situated at the foot of the mountains and along a...

Hida Furukawa: Wear a Kimono in this Old Town

February 19, 2025 Clothing, Culture, Gifu, Historic Sites, Shinkansen, Sponsored, Summer Festivals, Takayama, Temples & Shrines

Just 15 minutes by train from Takayama, Hida Furukawa is a hidden gem in Hida City that offers a truly authentic traditional Japanese town experience. Known for its historic and preserved streets and its winter main event, the Santera Mairi...

Hita: The Perfect Ryokan Stay with a Dinner Cruise on the Mikuma River

September 28, 2017 Kyushu, Luxury Accommodation, Oita, Onsen & Sento, Ryokan, Sponsored, Summer

Located in the heart of Hita city in Oita prefecture, Ryokan Sanyokan Hina-no-Sato offers you the traditional ryokan experience with views of the Mikuma River. In addition, this ryokan also has hot springs (onsen) and a special offer for a dinner cruise along this...

Harajirozaemon is a miso and soy sauce brewery in Hita city, Oita prefecture, Japan.

Hita and Its Traditional Craft Work: Visit Geta and the Soy Sauce Factory

September 23, 2017 Culture, Kyushu, Oita, Ramen, Sake & Alcohol, Sponsored, Summer Festivals

If you are in Hita, you should visit two important factories in the city. Harajirozaemon is a miso and soy sauce brewery, and they even make Japanese lemonade (ramune). The second one is Motono-hakimono Factory, which makes traditional wooden shoes...

Hita, the Little Kyoto of Oita: Stroll Around the Castle Town

September 18, 2017 Historic Sites, Kyushu, Oita, Ryokan, Sake & Alcohol, Souvenirs, Sponsored

After spending the night in a luxury ryokan and enjoying a dinner cruise special experience, I have discovered more about Hita City, specifically its neighborhood Mameda, nicknamed Little Kyoto! Mameda, A Well Preserved Old Town In Japan, there are many places...

Usuki's samurai residence area, Oita prefecture, Kyushu, Japan.

Discover the Old Town of Usuki, Oita

September 13, 2017 Culture, Historic Sites, Kyushu, Oita, Sake & Alcohol, Souvenirs, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Tourism Oita Usuki is a small city located in Oita prefecture, Kyushu. It is easily accessible from Beppu and a day trip can be easily accomplished. Let's discover Usuki, famous for its samurai residences. In the Footsteps of...

Lotus garden at usuki city, Oita prefecture, Japan.

Check out the Usuki Stone Buddha and Lotus Garden, Oita

September 8, 2017 Culture, Historic Sites, Kyushu, Oita, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Tourism Oita Usuki, in addition to being a beautiful samurai town, is also home to an exceptional site which is five kilometers southwest of the city center: rock carved Buddhas named Usuki Sekibutsu. Stone Buddhas Carved in...

Green tourism and farmer's stay experience in Saiki city, Oita prefecture, Kyushu.

Green Tourism and Homestay in Saiki, Oita.

September 3, 2017 Castles, Culture, Gardens & Parks, Historic Sites, Language, Minshuku, Oita, Ryokan, Sponsored

Sponsored by Tourism Oita After visiting Usuki known for its castle, its samurai streets, and the Stone Buddhas carved into the volcanic rock, I had the chance to visit a rather special accommodation: I will sleep at the home of...

Cat island Fukashima, Oita prefecture, Kyushu.

Take a Ferry to the Hidden “Nekojima” Cat Island of Oita on Fukashima Island

August 29, 2017 Beaches & Islands, Ferries, Kyushu, Oita, Sponsored

Do you like cats ? In Japan, there are about 20 islands which are mainly inhabited by cats. It would be a shame not to visit one of these paradise locations for cat lovers. Here, we recommend you to visit Fukashima...

traditional Japanese pottery town in Imari, Japan

Join the Local Wind Bell Festival at the Pottery Village in Imari

August 24, 2017 Kyushu, Saga, Souvenirs, Sponsored, Summer Festivals

Saga prefecture in Kyushu is famous for its pottery. One of the best known is Imari-yaki (伊万里焼) in the Imari area. The Imari town and its village Okawachiyama (大川内山) are among the essential destinations to visit if you are in...

Trace the Footsteps of Jacques Mayol in Karatsu, Saga.

August 22, 2017 Beaches & Islands, Diving & Snorkeling, Hiking, Kyushu, National Parks, Saga, Sponsored

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation The History of Jacques Mayol in Karastu Jacques Mayol is a French free diver who was born in Shanghai in 1927. He was the first diver in the world to descend more than 100...

Goshadaimyo shrine is the oldest shrine at Takeo onsenin Saga.

Visit the Spiritual Spots at Takeo Onsen, Saga

August 20, 2017 Gardens & Parks, Kyushu, Onsen & Sento, Ryokan, Saga, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation After visiting the Mifuneyama Rakuen garden and staying in the luxury ryokan where I enjoyed its hot springs, I set out to discover Takeo Onsen. Takeo Shrine This is a Shinto shrine, also called...

The Artistic illuminated Exhibition by Teamlab at the Mifuneyama Rakuen, Saga

August 18, 2017 Autumn, Gardens & Parks, Kyushu, Saga, Sponsored, Summer, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation Let's take a look at the Mifuneyama Rakuen garden, a 500,000 square meter garden located in Takeo Onsen in Saga Prefecture, Kyushu. During the entire summer season and mid-autumn until October 9, Takeo Onsen...

Stay in a Luxury Ryokan at Takeo Onsen, Saga

August 16, 2017 Gardens & Parks, Kaiseki, Kyushu, Luxury Accommodation, Onsen & Sento, Ryokan, Saga, Sponsored, Yakitori & Yakiniku

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation Within walking distance from Mount Mifuneyama, the ryokan "Mifuneyama Kanko Hotel" offers hot spring baths as well as traditional Japanese rooms. It is located about a 5-minute walk from the famous Mifuneyama Rakuen Garden....

The Kaichu Torii Shrine is an important place and has become a symbol for the village,Tara, Saga.

Discover the Mysterious Torii in the Sea in Tara Region, Saga

August 14, 2017 Beaches & Islands, Historic Sites, Saga, Sake & Alcohol, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation The History of this Torii in Tara These torii in the Ariake sea are surrounded by symbolism and legends. About 300 years ago (around 1693), the inhabitants of the city were not happy with...

Visit the Yūtoku Inari Shrine, One of the Largest Inari Shrines in Japan

August 12, 2017 Culture, Historic Sites, Kyushu, Saga, Sponsored, Summer Festivals, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation At Kashima town in Saga prefecture, there is the shrine named Yūtoku Inari which is one of the most famous shrines in Japan dedicated to Inari. I will introduce this famous shrine to you,...

Karatsu: Niji no Matsubara Beach and Kagamiyama Shrine

August 10, 2017 Beaches & Islands, Gardens & Parks, Mountains, Nagasaki, Saga, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation Karatsu is a city in Saga prefecture, facing the Genkai sea. The city is known for Karatsu castle, Karatsu ceramics, pine forests and the famous Nanatsugama caves, sculpted by the waves. In this article,...

Yoyokaku, Another Very Delicated Luxury Ryokan in Karatsu

Experience this Luxury Ryokan in Karatsu, Saga

August 8, 2017 Castles, Gardens & Parks, Kyushu, Onsen & Sento, Ryokan, Saga, Sponsored

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation Karatsu is a city located in Saga prefecture, facing the Genkai sea. This city is known for it's castle, pottery, pine forests, Mount Kagamiyama, and its famous Nanatsugama caves, sculpted by the waves. After...

Discover Kabeshima Island in Karatsu : The Best Walk to Learn About History and Nature

August 6, 2017 Beaches & Islands, Kyushu, Saga, Sponsored, Temples & Shrines

Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation Kabeshima island is located in the northern part of Karatsu city in Saga Prefecture on Kyūshū Island. To get there you have to cross an impressive bridge at Yobuko. On the island there is...

Stunning Terraced Rice Fields in Kyushu: Hamanoura and Oura in Saga

August 4, 2017 Car Rentals, Kyushu, Local Buses, Mountains, National Parks, Saga, Sponsored, Summer, Taxis

If you ever plan to visit Kyushu, there are two terraced rice fields you cannot miss: Oura no Tanada and Hamounara no Tanada, which make up some magnificent landscapes in Saga Prefecture. In summer, you will find the fields a brilliant green, lending...