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A Journey to Ine Town
I remember visiting Ine Town (伊根町) in Kyoto in 2020 during the pandemic in search of a quiet place away from the madness—yes, we didn’t have any lockdowns in Japan and could travel if we wanted to. The Sea of Japan is where I turn to whenever I need peace of mind and inspiration. It…
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A Day Trip to Kayabuki Village
What surprises non-Japan residents the most is the abundance of wilderness here. The touristy neon lights and bustling cities might be the trademark of Japan, but this country is full of wonders for those who enjoy lush green fields, isolated mountains, and beautiful landscapes. It also harbors some of the prettiest villages I have ever…
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Marchventures: The Beaches of Kyoto and Fukui
It is raining cats and dogs as I write this. We are nearing April, and I still don’t know how time has passed by this quickly. I appreciate this grim weather because I wouldn’t be able to put pen to paper without it, or in my case, to put my fingertips on the keyboard. I…
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A Fall Trip to Arashiyama, Kyoto
I am not wont to visit overly populated and popular cities. I can’t shake off the feeling that I am doing something wrong when visiting such places. One might think that since we live in a global world, there can’t be anything wrong with traveling to famous places. But my trips there often result in…
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A Quiet Sunday in Izushi and Kyotango
I still haven’t gotten around to writing about my adventures in Kyushu—well, except for this one introductory reflection. Instead, I have been crafting Instagram posts and sporadically introducing some of the most famous tourist spots in Kyushu. My mind is still busy with all the beautiful places I saw there, making it difficult to focus…
Bahanur is abroad! 