Entries by Kelley

The Five Places You Need to See in Tohoku

Before coming to Japan I hadn’t heard of the Tohoku Region and now I’ve been completely charmed by this pastoral, natural part of northern Japan. This is the antithesis of the bright lights and hustle and bustle of Tokyo, and that’s what makes it special. Many retreat up North to enjoy farm fresh foods, breathtaking natural […]

7 Tips for Surviving an Overnight Train Trip

You always hear the phrase: “it’s more about the journey than the destination.” I can’t say that I agree considering some of past hellish flights, however, I can say that my experience with train travel is really is really ALL about the journey. I’ve traveled on the sleek, timely trains of Europe, crisscrossing countries like […]