Things to do in Japan: Japanese Formula One Grand Prix (Friday Practice)
The Japanese Grand Prix is held at the Suzuka International Racing Circuit. Over three days the best racers in the world battle it out on track in challenging conditions.
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Places to go in Japan: Takayama (Just My Travel Notes)
Takayama in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture. Set in the mountains it retains a magical piece of history with preserved streets and buildings dating from the Edo Period.
Places to go in Japan: Kanazawa (Just My Travel Notes)
During the Edo Period, Kanazawa served as the seat of the second most powerful feudal clan, the Maeda Clan. Today, Kanazawa remains an important city in its region and serves as the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture.
Day Trips from Tokyo: Yokohama (Just My Travel Notes)
Located just 25 minutes train ride from Tokyo, Yokohama is one of Japan’s largest cities. The area was a key sea trading port in Japan.
Places to go in Tokyo: Asakusa (Just My Travel Notes)
Asakusa is an interesting blend of traditional and modern Tokyo. Lovely old temples and shrines, amazing food and also vibrant new age sights.
Just My Travel Notes: Things to do in Tokyo: Harajuku
Located just a short train journey from Shinjuku is the area of Harajuku. Right next door to the serene and peaceful Meiji Shrine is the centre of Japan’s teenage culture and fashion.
Just My Travel Notes: Things to see in Tokyo: Meiji Jingu (Meiji Shrine)
The Meiji Jingu is a Shinto Shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. The shrine was established in 1920 and covers an area of around 240 acres.
Visiting Japan: Just a few tips
Essential Travel Tips for Japan. From the first look Japan might seem intimidating and difficult to navigate as a tourist. Don’t be afraid jump right in and get amongst it.
Welcome to Japan
Introducing our notes from Japan. An amazing country with contrasts everywhere you look. A place that captured my imagination and has been pulling me back ever since.
Weekly Photo Challenge: Blur
Life is but a blur Great words – don’t know who said them but they are very true. How often do you find yourself sitting back looking at old photos wondering where all… Continue reading