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Let's pack and go travel
PART 3 – OSAKA DAY 1 Last breakfast at Comfort Inn before checking out. Our train arrived on schedule. We arrived at our hotel after an hour ride. As it was still early and the rooms were not ready, the staff allowed us to drop off our luggage at the reception and look after it …
PART 2 – KYOTO DAY 1 This morning, we took the 11 am Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station. The Shinkansen line connecting Tokyo to Osaka is the Tokaido Shinkansen, Japan’s busiest bullet train route. The fastest trains, called Nozomi, take about 2 hours and 30 minutes, but are not covered by the Japan Rail Pass. For Japan Rail …
Japan’s Golden Route: Tokyo → Kyoto → Osaka Planning your first trip to Japan? You’ve probably heard people talk about the “Golden Route.” It’s the classic trail that takes you from Tokyo’s neon buzz to Kyoto’s old-world charm and finally to Osaka’s foodie heaven. And honestly? It’s popular for a reason — this route gives …
Shikoku Japan Self-Drive Itinerary: Explore Japan’s Hidden Gem A self-drive holiday in Shikoku, Japan’s smallest and most serene main island, offers an unforgettable adventure filled with scenic beauty, rich culture, and hidden gems. Known for its stunning landscapes—from lush mountains to pristine coastlines—Shikoku is perfect for those who want to experience Japan’s natural wonders at …
DAY 9 Morning buffet breakfast was the best part of the holiday. For I could choose what I like to eat. This was what a typical Japanese car park looks like. After you park your car, the platform will rise after 3 minutes. This platform will prevent your car from moving out until you make …
Similar to last night’s dinner, the morning breakfast had a wide selection of food. We took what was just enough. This was the only hotel that provided free overnight parking during our whole trip to Kyushu. After breakfast, we proceeded to the longest Foot Bath in the world which measured 105 meters. This unique and …
Making payment for our overnight parking. In Japan, most hotels charge between ￥1000 to￥1500 for overnight parking. Public parking was available in some cases and they were usually cheaper. Our morning plan for today was to hunt down the remaining One Piece statues. The first one we found was MONKEY D LUFFY placed in front …
Woke up early this morning in time to see the sun rise from our room’s balcony. What a beautiful morning. Our first destination today was Ryumon Falls. From the car park, a short walk through some rice fields was required. The waterfall, whose name translates to “Dragon Gate,” cascades gracefully down a series of moss-covered …
We always start the day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant. See how colorful our plates were. The weather for today was clear and sunny. As we drove past farmlands, we saw a lot of persimmon trees and a kiwi farm. After some driving, we arrived at Mizonokuchi Cave. The place was super …
Most hotels served breakfast between 6.30 am to 9 am. And most had quite a good spread. Just take enough for yourself. Do not waste food. We started the morning with Nobeoka Castle ruins. Perched atop a hill overlooking the city, these ancient ruins once served as the seat of power for the Naito clan …