In this Hong Kong travel guide, we’ll share tips from our visits to the city, including things to do, when to visit, transportation info, where to eat, hotel options, and more. Hong Kong is one of the most fascinating and fun cities in the world, a place where the whole is more than the sum of […]
Cool Japan at Universal Studios in Osaka
/4 Comments/in Things to Do Japan, Osaka, Universal Studios, USJ /by Tom BrickerCool Japan is an anime and pop culture special event held from January until June each year in Osaka’s Universal Studios Japan. In this post, we’ll share info and tips for visiting, attraction strategy to save you time, and provide our Cool Japan review. Each year, the details and properties featured in Cool Japan, but […]
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Photos & Tips
/9 Comments/in Things to Do Japan, Kyoto /by Tom BrickerThe Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of the top sights in Kyoto, Japan, with its dense pathway of bamboo that stretches as far as the eye can see. This post features serene photos of the Kyoto’s bamboo forest and tips for visiting this bucket list destination. In terms of basic background, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove […]
Hong Kong City Guide
/18 Comments/in Planning Guides Hong Kong /by Tom BrickerIn this Hong Kong travel guide, we’ll share tips from our visits to the city, including things to do, when to visit, transportation info, where to eat, hotel options, and more. Hong Kong is one of the most fascinating and fun cities in the world, a place where the whole is more than the sum of […]
Kyoto Imperial Palace Info, Tips & Review
/1 Comment/in Things to Do Japan, Kyoto /by Tom BrickerKyoto Imperial Palace (京都御所) is the former residence of Japan’s Imperial Family until 1868, when the emperor and capital were moved to Tokyo. In this post, we’ll share photos from inside the palace and the Imperial Park, offer info & tips for visiting, and share our somewhat contrarian perspective on this popular spot in Kyoto. […]
Our 10 Favorite Experiences in Japan (So Far)
/10 Comments/in Top 10 Japan, Kyoto, Tokyo /by Tom BrickerJapan is our favorite country to visit in the world. We’ve traveled to Tokyo and Kyoto more than any other cities, and have fallen in love with Japan’s culture, people, cuisine, beauty, and history. In this post, we’ll share some of our favorite experiences in Japan thus far. It was actually pretty tough to narrow […]
Chion-in Temple Info, Tips & Review
/0 Comments/in Things to Do Japan, Kyoto /by Tom BrickerChion-in (知恩院) is a large, free temple in Kyoto’s Higashiyama area. It is one of the most popular Jodo Buddhist temples in Japan. In this post, I’ll share photos from Chion-in (including of its ongoing construction), history, info & tips for visiting, and thoughts on the current experience at Chion-in Temple. The free grounds at […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Tokyo, Japan
/5 Comments/in Top 10 Japan, Tokyo /by Tom BrickerMaking a list of the best things to do in Tokyo and narrowing that down to 10 items is a fool’s errand. From museums to theme parks to the bizarre yet awesome, Japan’s capital city has no shortage of excellent things to do. Nevertheless, we are going to narrow this list down, as it’s likely you have […]
Why We Love San Francisco
/12 Comments/in Reports California /by Tom BrickerIn case it wasn’t obvious from the title, we love San Francisco. It’s one of the best cities in California, and the United States. In this post, we’ll cover the things we enjoy doing in San Francisco, and why we enjoy spending time in the city. This is in no way, shape, or form a […]
1-Day Eastern Kyoto, Japan Itinerary: Higashiyama & Beyond
/7 Comments/in Itineraries Japan, Kyoto /by Tom BrickerOur ideal 1-Day Eastern Kyoto Itinerary offers a touring plan for stops along the Higashiyama Mountains, spanning from Silver Pavilion to Kiyomizudera, and beyond. Our plan of attack emphasizes efficiency while also slowing down to appreciate the majesty of Kyoto, and walking through some of the city’s most charming and historic districts. We wanted to […]
Best Restaurants in Kyoto, Japan – Part 2
/7 Comments/in Dining Japan, Kyoto /by Tom BrickerWelcome to the second installment of our ongoing series highlighting the best restaurants in Kyoto. In these posts, we share our favorite dining options from around the city that offer good food at great prices. While we’re big fans of ramen and udon, we also highlight other cuisine like tempura, steak, Matcha, etc. If you missed […]