Japan has a way of making minimalism cosy. I’m not big on minimalism - unless it’s Japanese or perhaps even European Nordic. The soft and warm wooden tones, the faint scent of tatami. Rocking me to sleep. There is something quite comforting about sleeping so much closer to the ground. Our natural cradle, perhaps. So, … Continue reading When I Change, the World Changes – A Day in Kyoto
On my second day in Hiroshima, I woke up early to a day that promised what I hadn't seen much of since landing in Japan - sunshine. And I couldn't have asked for better timing - this was the day I was going to Miyajima, to see with my own eyes the majestic floating Torii … Continue reading Miyajima – a day trip to a sacred island
Leaving Tokyo was difficult. I couldn't believe my time there was already over, and I barely scratched the surface. But I was looking forward to my next destination - even more, I was excited for the journey. I was going to Hiroshima on the famous Shinkansen, known as bullet trains, covering over 800 km in … Continue reading Exploring the City of Peace: Hiroshima, Japan
After visiting Gotokuji and learning a little more about the origins of Sumo at Setagaya's residential Shinto shrine, I was in need of some nourishment. A sugary one. And I had my sights set on Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory. As a fan of Ghibli movies, it was hard for me make the decision to skip … Continue reading An hectic Tokyo day – Ghibli treats, cool Shimokitazawa, Japanese Gardens & Shinjuko
Cats, cats, cats. My love for any feline is something that came to define me, and I even tend to be a self-described “aspiring cat lady”. A part of me wants to fight the stigma of the spinster surrounded by cats, the sad and often bitter woman, another part of me truly loves cats and … Continue reading Visiting the Lucky Cat Temple & a quick lesson on sumo wrestling
The Winged Bone 