Hiking, hot springs and haute cuisine at Takaosan

Another day trip option from Tokyo is Mount Takao (Takaosan). Only an hour by train from central Tokyo, this mountain … More

PANDAmonium in Chengdu

What are the images that pop into your head when you hear the word “China”? Noodles, fireworks, the Great Wall, … More

More autumn colours! Living in Tokyo, I was spoilt for access to some of the best autumn foliage, and I … More

An easy day trip from Tokyo, or a good excuse for a weekend away, Hakone sits at the top of … More

Even in the rain, the nearby town of Kamakura makes for a great escape from Tokyo. Just under an hour … More