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Fushimi Inari Shrine. Kyoto, Japan. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela

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August 2, 2021

Top attractions in Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto has a lot to offer, and you can easily get overwhelmed. Here are the 10 top attractions in the city you must see, especially on your first visit. Kyoto is quintessentially Japan – A modern/futuristic city surrounded by tradition and spirituality, loaded[...]

The Imperial Palace. Tokyo, Japan. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela

Asia, Japan

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June 14, 2021

The Imperial Palace Tokyo, Japan, a walk through history

Shoguns, Samurai, God-Emperors, the quest for perfections. All of this, which is uniquely Japanese, can be tied to one place in a true megalopolis that juxtaposes two worlds – the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. Tokyo on one hand can be a hyper modern city right ou[...]

Meiji Shinto Shrine, Tokyo. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela

Asia, Japan

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May 28, 2021

Meiji Shinto Shrine: A peaceful oasis in the middle of bustling Tokyo

Surrounded by a lush forest, Meiji Shinto Shrine is among Japan’s most popular shrines. Meiji Shinto – also called Meiji Jingu – is one of the most popular Shinto shrines in Tokyo, Japan. Constructed in 1920 and dedicated to the Emperor Meiji (considered[...]

The Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela

Asia, Japan

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April 1, 2021

The Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan: An architectural wonder worth visiting

The Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan, is a stunning Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf, that should be added to your itinerary when visiting the city. A visit to Kyoto is not complete without a trip to the Golden Pavilion. Despite its off-the-path location,[...]

The Chureito Pagoda with Mt Fuji in the background. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela

Asia, Japan

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March 8, 2021

Chureito Pagoda in Japan offers a picture-perfect view of Mount Fuji

Chureito Pagoda in Japan is a must visit attraction when traveling to the land of the rising sun. When you think of Japan what is the first image that comes to your mind? For me it’s the iconic image of the Chureito Pagoda, a crimson pagoda watching over snow[...]

The Monkey Park Iwatayama offers magnificent views over Kyoto. Credit: Carolina Valenzuela

Asia, Japan

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March 3, 2021

Monkey Park Iwatayama: Getting up close and personal with monkeys in Japan

The Monkey Park Iwatayama gives you the opportunity to watch hundreds of wild Japanese macaque monkeys roaming freely while also enjoying panoramic views of the city of Kyoto. Monkey Park Iwatayama houses 120 Japanese macaque monkeys - also called snow monkeys[...]