Naoshima is a small island in Kagawa Prefecture, a former sleepy fishing community now famous for its collection of contemporary art museums. Due to it’s secluded location, it has a unique atmosphere…
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The sakura blossoms just before full bloom at Shinjuku Gyoen.…
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From that time we camped in majestic Navajo country.…
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Kanazawa is located in Ishikawa prefecture on the northern side of Central Honshu, facing the Sea of Japan. Famous for its gold leaf and its world-class contemporary art museum, there’s a lot to love.…
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Probably the most iconic corner on Houston Street, Katz Delicatessen first started out in 1888 and has changed names, locations and hands ever since. On rainy evenings, the building is a blur…
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Looking towards the Seto Inland Sea from the pier at Benesse House Museum.…
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At one of the many street festivals in our neighborhood; a mixture of dancing, sound and color.…
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It’s difficult to practice mindfulness when you’re reconfiguring a space in your mind. Sitting within this incredible piece of architecture, I couldn’t help but imagine where our furniture would fit and how I could happily…
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At Kenrokuen, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan with the ume (plum) blossoms in bloom.…
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During our travels in South Africa, we were lucky to be invited to spend a few nights on the Bergrivier near the fishing town of Velddrif on the Western Cape. It’s a beautiful area dotted…
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Though most of my notes are digital these days, I still can’t resist a good stationary store. Postalco have a serene space in bustling Dogenzaka, filled with lovely products such as cards, notebooks, wallets…
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Exploring the small shrines and gardens around Motoyu Ishiya during our trip to Kanazawa.…
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Designed to overload the senses, the Kawaii Monster Cafe is a whimsical world created to capture the spirit of Harajuku’s unique fashion and culture. We sat surrounded by macaroons and unicorns, ordering from a menu of rainbow…
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We just spent a few nights away exploring Kanazawa in Ishikawa prefecture. Located on the northern side of Central Honshu, the city is home to many historical neighborhoods and is known for its traditional…
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Some more of the lovely (and fragrant) ume blossoms at sunset in Kenrokuen.…