Ibaraki is a special place. Just over an hour from Tokyo by train, it’s a perfect escape from the bright lights and fast pace of the big city. This is the agricultural heart of Japan, where hardworking farmers grow flavorful produce, deep-seated traditions lend themselves to fabulous festivals, and the natural scenery is something out […]
VX Tours Nepal – Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes Trek
The world today is one of bucket lists, heavy on the Instagrammability factor. Destinations once considered exotic and unattainable are becoming more accessible. Which is good. Right? While ease of travel is increasing, we have to ask ourselves whether our experiences are contributing to a sustainable environment for the locals and the travelers who will […]
A tea tour that’s so MATCHA fun in Uji, Kyoto
While Japan is famous for its green tea in general, if you want to visit the epicenter of the tea movement, you’ll need to visit Uji, Kyoto. Here, tea is grown using the ooishita method. Green tea leaves are covered before being plucked. This protection from the sun saves the rich green color of the […]
40+ epic things to do in Shizuoka, Japan
Before visiting Shizuoka Prefecture, I assumed my trip would be all about Japan’s tallest mountain. The chance to catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji is a bucket list item, for sure. But it’s not the only bucket list item! Shizuoka’s Izu Peninsula is a food lover’s dream and an adventurer’s paradise. Don’t believe me? Here are […]
Ninja lessons in Kyoto: a surefire way to impress friends
So you want to be a ninja? If throwing stars and blowing darts sounds like a lot of fun to you, book your trip to Kyoto, Japan right now! At the Ninja Dojo and Store, you can experience the authentic and traditional ninja lessons in a fun, environment. My knowledge of ninjas comes mainly from […]
Crazy, Cute, Kawaii Food Tour with Arigato Japan
In an age where people are finding love by swiping right and left on the internet, it’s only appropriate that I fell in love with Tokyo online. I saw one video of a rainbow cotton candy on Takeshita Street in Harajuku and it was love at first sight. I knew that I wanted to spend […]
Make a cute character bento box in Tokyo
When I was a child, lunchtime was a time for socializing with friends while eating a sack lunch. My lunch was made and packed by my mom – a sandwich, fruit and veggies and a small treat. Sometimes, I’d get a Lunchable (pepperoni pizza was the best), and a note of encouragement from my mom. […]
The best ice cream in Tel Aviv, Israel
My Hebrew is pretty close to non-existent. I took several months of private lessons, but 5 years later, only the basics stuck. The daily phrases like: Shalom (Shabbat Shalom on the weekend), boker tov (good morning) and laila tov (goodnight). I remember the words that make me feel like I’m in a Middle Eastern rendition […]
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