Photo Friday January 2020 Week 3
Life in Saitama: A week in photos. January 2020 week three – January 11th to 17th. 1000 hours outside update We are into the third week of January 2020. And… Read more »
Category: Winter
Photo Friday January 2020 Week 1
A week in photos. January 2020 week one. I say it often, because it is true, but my favorite month in Japan is January. There is so much to do… Read more »
Visiting the wintersweet in Nagatoro
Wintersweet Nagatoro, Chichibu at Hodosan Robaien. In the hottest month of the year, I am nostalgic for the coldest month of the year. And judging by my blogs currently trending… Read more »
The majestic wild tundra swans of Kawajima
Kawajima Swans – As a local and travel information blogger, it is rare that I make a conscious decision not to share an interesting location or experience. Intentionally choosing not… Read more »
Nagatoro’s Hodosan Ropeway | CHICHIBU
The Hodosan ropeway offers not only magnificent views, but a shortcut to the top of Mt Hodo (Hodosan). Mt Hodo is a vibrant mountain in Nagatoro Town, a picturesque and… Read more »
12 things to do in Saitama this February
12 things to do in Saitama this February, all commutable from Tokyo. Saitama February Activities and events suitable for a day trip from Tokyo.
Tranquil Night Illumination at Heisei No Mori Park | KAWAJIMA
Tranquil night illumination in remote location – With such a variety of night illumination in Saitama, most people have access to a display within commutable distance. If you are feeling… Read more »
10 Winter Play Spots in Saitama, commutable from Tokyo
Things to do in Winter in Saitama – With the dry and sunny weather, January is a great month to be out and about in Saitama. The choice of winter-only activities… Read more »
Shidax Karaoke with kids | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Shidax Karaoke – The Shidax are a family friendly Karaoke chain that offer many different packages for an affordable few hours of fun with family or friends. As it is… Read more »
Ofuro Cafe Bivouac | KUMAGAYA
Ofuro Cafe Bivouac – The opening day for the new super hotspring in KUMAGAYA Saitama is drawing close. This is one to get excited about folks, because apart from being… Read more »