Japan is a country that will overload your senses, but at the same time leave you with a feeling of tranquility. The commotion of the city mixed with the calming nature and reverence is a juxtaposition that just works. I fell in love with Japan and...
Steam was rising from the onsen, but the hot spring had a different kind of occupant than you would normally find. This hot spring was filled with monkeys. Escaping from the cold, some monkeys sat and soaked with a pensive stare while others groomed and...
Staying in a traditional ryokan is just one of those quintessential Japanese experiences that you can’t miss when exploring Japan. A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn, typically with tatami-matted rooms, sliding doors and communal baths. It is common courtesy to remove your shoes and...
Shibu Onsen is an adorable, tiny town in the middle of nowhere. We literally had to take planes, trains and automobiles to get there, but it was definitely worth the hassle. Our visit to this town came about because of Micah's obsession with visiting the...
