Self-guided tour ideas
A personal journey through Japan, taking time to discover and enjoy the unique aspects of this captivating country…… from the serenity of temple gardens to the wonder of Kabuki theatre.
This Blog is about our insights into the things that make Japan special, a close-up look at some of the smaller details.
We visited some out-of-the way places as well as many you would know. We were looking for beauty, serenity and an understanding of the culture. Parks and gardens were high on our list of places to visit. Also included is some planning and travel advice.
If you are a like-minded traveller, share our experiences and feel free to add comments or additional information.
Latest Post
Sukiya Living: A Journal of Japanese Gardening. July/August 2019 edition includes an article: Viewpoints - My favourite Garden. Arriving just in time to inspire our next trip to Japan
Gardens to visit in Japan
We visited many beautiful gardens in Japan. Here are some of our favorites, both private and public. Also included are those at Shrines and Temples as well as several Botanical Gardens.
Travel tips
Ideas to help you plan your trip to Japan. What to organise before leaving home, information on accomodation, transport options and passes, plus some useful Apps and Websites.
Posts
Gardens, parks and areas of beauty. Planning your own self-guided trip. Travel tips to save you time and money. Aspects unique to Japan.
Our trip
An overview of our 2018 trip to Japan: where we went and transport used. A snapshot of an amazing holiday and some of the most memorable places visited.
Gallery
A collection of images from our trip to Japan in Summer 2018