Wish We Had More Time in Hida Takayama!

I wrote about my wife's favorite Japanese town (see previous post on Uji) a few articles back. Now I get to write about my own favorite Japanese town, an old feudal settlement nestled within the mountainous Central Japan and blessed with world class...

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Gunung Kawi Temple

Gunung Kawi was built in the 11th century and was only rediscovered during the 1920’s. Throughout the ensuing years the site has undergone several renovations to conserve the overall architectural elements that are a tribute to the island’s artistic...

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Tirta Empul Tampaksiring

Tirta Empul Temple or Tampak Siring Temple is a holy spring water temple located in Tampak Siring Village, Gianyar regency and it is about 39 km eastwards from Denpasar town. It is set in the dale and encircled by the hill. In the west side of this...

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Shirakawago - Guesthouse and Restaurant Review

I will repeat this again ... DON'T SETTLE FOR A DAY-TRIP if you plan to visit Shirakawago. Rest your traveler's soul under the thatched roofs for a night or two ... chat with your Minshuku host at the hearth in nothing but body language ... rejuvenate...

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