Japan

Nagasaki, as You Never Thought It Could Be

January 14, 2020 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Nagasaki is more than meets the eye.

Where Japan Ends

January 14, 2020 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Kagoshima is an underrated and almost wholly un-explored destination, but don’t let that deter you from coming.

Kumamoto Starts Here

January 12, 2020 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

It can be difficult to find a Kumamoto itinerary online at all, let alone a good one.

The Truth About Fukuoka

January 12, 2020 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Fukuoka, for whatever else you can say about it, is anything but forgettable.

Kobe, Beyond the Beef

January 12, 2020 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

This Kobe itinerary has been years in the making, literally.

The “K” in Kyushu

November 17, 2019 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Sometimes, moving forward is more important than moving on.

Okinawa Starts Here

September 14, 2019 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Planning an Okinawa itinerary can quickly go from an easy task to an insurmountable one.

Gateway to Hokkaido

August 19, 2019 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

When I have another opportunity to return to Hakodate, I jump at it.

Yes, Japan Has a Desert—and Yes, It’s Amazing

August 8, 2019 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Japan is the ultimate land of contrasts, so it should come as no surprise when an arid desert randomly appears out of nowhere along its heavily-wooded northern coast.

Nara—Maybe for the Night

July 8, 2019 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Visit Japan’s infamous urban deer on a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto, or buck trends and stay the night.

Tokyo’s Greatest Escapes

June 9, 2019 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Whether you’re looking for day trips from Tokyo to accent a first taster trip to Tokyo, or are a repeat offender in search of a truly unique excursion, you’re in the right place.