Destination: Japan

The Samurai Fortress of Himeji-jo

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 | By susanandlars | Views [5627] | Comments [5]

Sunday. As in, a weekend. At one of Japan's most popular tourist spots for Japanese tourists. Oops. OK, so Kyoto is probably more popular, but is also spread out. This is ONE place. ... Read more >

The Flower and Willow World Part 2 (Kyoto and back to Tokyo)

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 | By lillywanders | Views [798] | Comments [1]

Day 3 - Kyoto (cont.) In my original post, I didn't explain the title, as I ran out of time. It comes from what I spent the evening learning about. One of the most striking images of Japan is always that of the geisha, white faced, serene and dressed ... Read more >

Kyoto - more than just dodgy back street restaurants!!!

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 | By lex | Views [682]

So, I was a little apprehensive about Kyoto based on two things a) its the third largest city in Japan and honestly, Tokyo (number 1!!!) terrified me initially!!! b) when I arrived at the hostel, they handed me a "backpackers map of Kyoto"... Read more >

Tags: Sightseeing

JNTO

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 | By daniel | Views [546]

I found the Japanese tourist office in Kyoto very helpfull, they print some great guides which give you suggestions of walks, self guided tours, etc. I would actually say in the case of Kyoto their guides are better than the Lonely Planet. http://www.... Read more >

Tags: Sightseeing

I`ve seen the beach!

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 | By roxyfish | Views [533]

Well my first visitor arrived last weekend which meant it was definately time to explore.  First we went to the Osaka aquarium where I saw some really cool things - unfortunately the crowds were a little intense (3 day weekend for most people and the ... Read more >

Tags: Sightseeing

Tent Building

Wed, 31 Jul 2013 | By fujihiker | Views [517] | Comments [1]

Hi! Somehow my smartphone is not able to upload the story feature as I had hoped but I can input comments on the photos. I've listed what I have done so far. The fishermen we helped were touched by our actions which will open doors for the local Christians ... Read more >

The first 2 weeks

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 | By roxyfish | Views [416]

ONe word - hectic!  the Kansai region from what I`ve seen of it is lovely - sorry pictures will come next time.  Have moved into my little apartment and feel like my whole life I`ve been working towards going to Japan - very weird.  Food has been interesting.... Read more >

Tags: Work

Living out my dream

Tue, 13 May 2014 | By | Views [232] | Scholarship Entry

Last year, my mother suggested a mother-daughter bonding trip and we chose to venture to Japan, a country I love for its great food and culture! We started off with Kyoto. It has a rustic charm, and every shrine had its own unique characteristic. Some ... Read more >

Tags: 2014 Travel Writing Scholarship - Euro Roadtrip

Gallery: Happy Halloween

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 | By abcarlson | Photo Gallery

Photos: Halloween

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 | By abcarlson | Photo Gallery

Gallery: Kyoto - Japan

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 | By jamesanddan | Photo Gallery

Photos: Sixth leg - Japan

Tue, 29 Jul 2014 | By clare-tamea | Photo Gallery

Photos: Japanese Temple

Sun, 23 Nov 2014 | By thuynguyen | Photo Gallery

Photos: Turning Japanese in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka

Sat, 9 Jun 2012 | By steve_and_emma | Photo Gallery

Photos: My Scholarship entry - A 'place' I have visited

Thu, 4 Jul 2013 | By phoebeltran | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

Tags: travel photography scholarship 2013