30/04/16 We are staying in Namba, which I had researched and had seen that it was a bustling place to stay, as there are no proper sights to see (in my opinion) today was all about exploring the surrounding area and trying all the local delicacies. For breakfast I was really craving something more healthy … Continue reading Japan – Osaka
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Japan – Koya San
29/04/16 The morning ritual started at 6.30am so I was sure to be up and dressed by then. I didn't know what to expect and as I shuffled in my slippers towards the prayer room I could feel the cold and was glad I had put on all my layers! Inside, I had to leave … Continue reading Japan – Koya San
Japan – Nagoya to KoyaSan
28/04/16 For breakfast we went to Dennys to have something western for once, I really appreciated the pancakes and syrup! We then walked to Sakae station to get the subway back to Nagoya. At Nagoya station Rudy got some really nice gourmet popcorn and we then headed to our platform to get to Osaka Shin. … Continue reading Japan – Nagoya to KoyaSan
Japan – Nagoya
27/04/16 We were given another interesting breakfast at our ryokan in Hakone, this time we had mackeral, egg with ham, vegetables, miso soup and rice. I think it was less wierd as we didn't eat much of it the day before.. I thought it was really good and appreciated the healthy meal. After breakfast we … Continue reading Japan – Nagoya
Japan – Hakone
26/04/15 This morning I woke up early to have a quick bath in the onsen before breakfast was brought to us. Breakfast consisted of some cooked salmon, rice, an egg, miso soup, pickles, fish roe and salad, I wasn't feeling too well so I didn't have much of an appetite but I assume I'll receive … Continue reading Japan – Hakone
Japan – Tokyo to Hakone
25/04/16 Today we checked out of the airbnb, but only after a visit from the police! They knocked on our door and asked if we lived there, and then asked for our reservation documentation. We realised the night before that there are advertisements for prostitutes in the floors below us... and the police must have … Continue reading Japan – Tokyo to Hakone
Japan – Tokyo, Studio Ghibli, Harajuku, Robot Cafe
24/04/16 I had booked my tickets to studio Ghibli before I headed out to Japan, through a JTB company online. It appears it's the only way to get tickets as thy can thn control how many people enter per day. To get there I took the JR Chuo line to Mitaka it cost 440Y return, … Continue reading Japan – Tokyo, Studio Ghibli, Harajuku, Robot Cafe
Japan – Tokyo, Edo Museum, Akihabara, Pokemon
23/04/16 This morning I woke up a little later than usual as today was going to be a bit more chill and a lot less walking! I headed straight to the Edo Tokyo Museum to try and learn a little about Tokyo's past. It was really not hard to find as it was directly outside … Continue reading Japan – Tokyo, Edo Museum, Akihabara, Pokemon
Japan – Tokyo, Gyeon Park, Ueno Park, Asakusa, SkyTree
22/04/16 I really wanted to try to see some Sakura as I'd read that it was one of the best things to see in Japan, so as the Shinjuku Gyeon Park was relatively close by we decided to take a quick trip. Entry was 200Y and immediately I could see some of the infamous cheery … Continue reading Japan – Tokyo, Gyeon Park, Ueno Park, Asakusa, SkyTree
Japan – Tokyo, Fish Market, Robots, Imperial palace & swords
21/04/16 I woke up super early today to go to the fish market in Tsujiki, it took around 40 mins to get there from Shinjuku as the station is just too confusing... Once there it was a quick walk to the outer market, which had a ton of fresh fish and condiments for sale. I … Continue reading Japan – Tokyo, Fish Market, Robots, Imperial palace & swords
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