Jonathan Reeve, Author at VOYAPON

Jonathan Reeve

I was born and raised in Nottingham in the East Midlands of the United Kingdom. I moved to Japan in May 2019 to commence a career in teaching English. I am a lover of all things Japanese from the diverse food, fascinating history, beautiful nature and contemporary culture. Living in Yamato city in Kanagawa, I’m in a perfect location to continue exploring this amazing country from top to bottom. I enjoy hiking the many local mountains and national parks on my door step. I’m also a keen amateur photographer of people and places

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Articles by Jonathan Reeve

My Experience Hiking Mount Fuji

April 25, 2025 Costs, First Time in Japan, Hiking, Kanagawa, Mount Fuji, Mountains, Safety, Summer, Yamanashi

Mount Fuji, or Fujisan in Japanese 富士山, isn’t just Japan’s tallest mountain at 3,776 meters; it's also one of its most iconic symbols, drawing climbers from all over the world. Known for its perfectly symmetrical snow-capped peak, Mount Fuji opens...

Kawasaki halloween parade 2019 storm trooper

Experience The Kawasaki Halloween Parade

August 25, 2020 Culture, First Time in Japan, Halloween, Kanto, Summer Festivals, Theme Parks, Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo

As the Halloween season approaches in Japan, cities transform: Shopping malls play eerie tunes over speakers while people shop. Soft drinks and confectionery makers update their packaging to reflect the Halloween spirit. Theme parks advertise Halloween-themed events to entice customers....

The Joy of the Yamato Awa Odori Dance Festival

July 16, 2020 Culture, Kanagawa, Street Food, Summer Festivals, Takoyaki, Yakitori

‘The dancers are fools; the spectators are fools, both fools alike, so why not dance?’ The English translation to the famous and joyful Awa Odori song Yoshikono will be reverberating in your ears long after you attend this festival. And...

A Visit To The Hot Spring Monkeys Of Nagano

May 18, 2020 Animals, Hiking, Hostels, Mountains, Nagano, Nagano, National Parks, Nature, Onsen & Sento, Ryokan

When you think of Japan's wildlife, one image commonly comes to mind: the Japanese snow monkeys relaxing in their mountainside hot spring (onsen). For wildlife lovers or anyone who seeking a uniquely Japanese travel experience, a trip to Japan would...