Our third day in Hiroshima, we wanted to try and “opt outside” since we had seen the top attractions for the area. The castle, Peace Monument and Mijimaya Island did not disappoint. Paired with the night life Hiroshima really surprised me. Our plan was to head to a hike a few hours away, but with no car we formed another plan. After seeing how many islands there really were around us we thought hey, I am SURE we can venture…
The best discoveries are often during the times when you are just walking the streets of Shibuya, am I right? Known for small cafes and tiny bars, Tokyo surprised me by the size of Roasted Laboratory Coffee. The outside street patio will transport you to some European city when really you are minutes from the iconic Shibuya crossing. The location, quaint checkered chairs and numerous places to settle in will keep you returning to this coffee joint.…
Any sort of student filled, artist loving, unique and lively neighborhood usually always catches my eye no matter where I travel (Wicker Park in Chicago is a special one I have in mind). With that said, Newtown is the most hipster, vegan friendly, whole foods loving, granola place I have every been – and that is not an insult! If you love good food, exposed brick in your cafes with unique light fixtures and hanging plants and street art –…
If you are in Japan for an extended amount of time, I hope Hakone makes it on your list! Ultimately I am a city girl, but a night in this resort town will always be welcomed especially since Hakone from Tokyo is very doable.…
DAY ONE Morning – Toing Bahru This neighborhood will not be on the top 10 attractions of Singapore, but I wanted more of a local vibe and I knew they had some beautiful wall art by Yip Yew Chong. You don’t need much time, so take some pictures with the life like painted scenes, grab some food and check out the area. Lunch at Tiong Bahru Market I knew I wanted cheap, local street food and the Tiong Bahru Market…