KyushuShopping Kagoshima Chuo Station: Just A Train Station? Kagoshima Chuo station holds a number of events and markets throughout the year. This time, in April, it was “life…Hazel TaylorJuly 16, 2016
Kyushu Yakushima Anbo Port, Water sports and the wonders of the Bento Lunchbox Anbo port is the hub of the island, containing the only commercial shop I could find on the whole of…Hazel TaylorJuly 8, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Dolphin Port, a free and spectacular show in Kagoshima Visitors to Dolphin Port in Kagoshima can catch a spectacular dolphin show for free outside the Kagoshima Aquarium, if their…Hazel TaylorMay 8, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Sakurajima’s All Night Concert – Portrait of a Scream! A monument to Sakurajima's greatest rock concert, the Portrait of a Scream is a statue dedicated to that fateful night.Hazel TaylorMay 8, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKyushu Sakurajima Visitor Center: More Than You Might Expect! Explore the rich history of Sakurajima and its volcano at the Sakurajima visitor center, in Kagoshima prefecture.Hazel TaylorMay 7, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuSightseeing Kagoshima – Slightly Steamy Sakurajima Beach The volcanic ash covered beach of Sakurajima is unsurprisingly the only beach on Sakurajima, Kagoshima prefecture.Hazel TaylorMay 6, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Get close to the volcano at Sakurajima Yunohira Observatory At the Sakurajima Yunohira Observatory you'll find one of the best views for the volcano and a place where you…Hazel TaylorMay 5, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuSightseeing The Great Lava Road of Sakurajima The lava roads of Arimura Lava Observatory allows one to view the amazing devastation of a volcanic natural disaster at…Hazel TaylorMay 4, 2016
CultureKyushuSightseeing How Creepy is This Shrine in Yakushima? Within Kagoshima there exists a very interesting shrine, one that you might even call creepy.Hazel TaylorMay 3, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKyushu Sakurajima’s Hinoshima Megumi-kan Rest Stop: Orange Noodles?! On the island of Sakurajima is a rest stop that is home to a restaurant with some very interesting orange…Hazel TaylorMay 2, 2016
ActivitiesKyushu Dip your weary feet in a free foot spa in Sakurajima! The Yogan Nagisa park and foot spa in Kagoshima offers splendid views and a relaxing atmosphere for the weary traveller.…Hazel TaylorApril 21, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKyushu Rainbow Sakurajima Magma Hot Springs: just a bit magical! Rainbow Sakurajima Magma Hot Springs (Onsen) in Kagoshima prefecture is not really as magical as its name suggests, but it…Hazel TaylorApril 20, 2016
KantoSightseeing Goryo Shrine, a place for peaceful reflection in Kamakura Goryo Shrine is a five-minute walk from its more famous neighbor, Hasedera Temple. If you are looking for a more…Hazel TaylorApril 18, 2016
KantoSightseeing Why is Hasedera Temple a Kamakura cultural delight? Hasedera Temple in Kamakura has something for everyone looking to indulge in a little Japanese culture. This temple boasts stunning sakura trees,…Hazel TaylorApril 16, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKantoShoppingSightseeing Fresh fruit and vegetables: Kamakura Farmer’s Market Stocked full of this season’s freshest traditional Japanese fruits, vegetables and flowers, Kamakura’s Farmer’s Market is a feast for all…Hazel TaylorApril 14, 2016
FoodKanto Magokoro, inspired vegetarian and vegan dining in Kamakura Magokoro, a hemp-inspired restaurant in Kamakura, offers a rare blend of tasty and healthy vegan food in a relaxing, beachside…Hazel TaylorApril 11, 2016
FoodKanto Penny Lane – The Beatles inspired cafe For fans of The Beatles, this bakery/cafe offers you a bite of British culture and delicious pastries.Hazel TaylorApril 3, 2016
ActivitiesKantoSightseeing Steamy Mount Nasu, the Five Peaks If one volcano is not enough to take your breath away, how about five? Hiking up Mount Nasu is one…Hazel TaylorMarch 29, 2016
ActivitiesKantoSightseeing The secret waterfalls: better than Kirifuri Falls If you are looking for your own secret waterfall, visit these three secret falls and bathe in the glory of…Hazel TaylorMarch 28, 2016