Activities Climbing Mt. Asama Steve Morton until the trail splits into an ‘Ura-Course’ (裏コース) and a ‘Naka-Course’ (中コース... bad news is however, you will have to ascend this route on your return leg
Enoshima Lanterns Tomoko Kamishima During the month of August, the long approach to Enoshima Shrine is lit up with Japanese lanterns.
Activities Hiking From Mt. Io to Mt. Karakuni Tristan Scholze The trail is open all year long, though the rainy season in June is probably... Io すすきヶ原—Kusuki ga hara—Susuki Plain 韓国岳—Karakuni-dake—Mt. Karakuni
Activities Cycling along the Sumida Suwannee Payne My tour along the Sumida River gave me an incredible experience that will be in my memory for a long long time.
Food Chikara Udon Noodles JJ Walsh Long running Hiroshima chain popular for great noodles, rice and sweets to eat in or take-out.
Accommodation Fujiya Ginzan Ryokan Clifford Bernstein After a few of these trips, the magic had worn off a touch and long stretches... Ginzan is a 20 minute taxi ride (arranged by the Fujiya) from Oishida (大石田
16 Kurama, a Strong Power Spot Tomoko Kamishima The Supernatural, Long-nosed Goblins, and Reiki healing
Food Daisuke Udon Tony Mariani There is no wrong way to eat udon as long as you enjoy it!... Name in Japanese 大介うどん — Daisuke Udon
