Japan

Kyoto Starts Here

December 3, 2018 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Planning a Kyoto itinerary requires organization and self-reflection, but it’s actually not that difficult.

Autumn and Our Very Life Force

December 3, 2018 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Sometimes, perhaps more often than we’d like to think, our very life force floats in a cask of death.

Nara—Maybe for the Night

December 2, 2018 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.

Japanese Gothic

November 11, 2018 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

The Japanese have perfectly reconciled their past with their present—I need to learn how to do this.

Hub of Hokkaido

July 22, 2018 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

While it’s true that Hokkaido begins and ends in Sapporo, I prefer to think of the city as a current that runs through every trip.

Hokkaido Monsoon

July 18, 2018 by Robert Schrader 1 Comment

I had lavender and hollyhocks, in spite of all the clouds and rain.

Love Japan? You’ll Want to Read This Post

May 20, 2018 by Robert Schrader 2 Comments

I’m a big believer in the idea that if something is too loud, you should turn it up.

How Many Days Should You Spend in Tokyo?

April 8, 2018 by Robert Schrader 1 Comment

As a traveler (and a travel blogger), I’m always reevaluating and recalibrating my stances—the topic of how many days in Tokyo you should spend is no exception.

These Are the Best Times to Visit Japan

March 8, 2018 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Japan is a 365-day-per-year destination—you can’t really go wrong.

The Downside of Sakura Season in Okinawa

February 13, 2018 by Robert Schrader Leave a Comment

Seeing Okinawa cherry blossoms is beautiful, but it does require some sacrifices.

5 Ways to Fall in Love With Naha

February 7, 2018 by Robert Schrader 2 Comments

Whether you appreciate the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom, warm up (and cool down!) with local refreshments or explore take a day trip to destinations outside the city center, two or three days in Naha will delight you—and probably surprise you, too.