This year my wish was to let Kami-sama take me by the hand for nice, random walks through the city and enjoy the hanami in a more spiritual and romantic way.
Nagano with Friends: Jigokudani
We're getting at Jigokudani this time to visit the famous monkeys bathing in the onsen...
Shosenkyo & Nishizawa Valley in Autumn
This is the perfect opportunity for me to go to Yamanashi Prefecture where I spotted two beautiful valleys: Shosenkyo Valley and Nishizawa Valley.
The Highest Dam of Japan: Kurobe
Kurobe Dam is considered a big success in Japan. It is by far the tallest dam in Japan, with a very impressively beautiful artificial lake.
The Usui Pass and the Meganebashi
The contrast of the red and the green surrounding created a perfect balance, peaceful and romantic. In my vision, some girl from the countryside is likely to appear on the bridge on a old fashioned bike...
Yet Another Spring Comes in Japan
Last year when I first arrived in Japan, I was really looking forward to my first Hanami. But unfortunately the earthquake happened just before the warm south wind came, and everyone was told to constrain themselves and...
Autumn Leaves in Tokyo
When Winnie the pooh is taking a walk with Christopher Robin in the 100 acre wood, it must have be autumn when they looked down the river, and suddenly there is everything you need to know.
The Haunting Silence of Tōhoku Mines
The strong winter wind is howling through the abandoned concrete blocks where there are no windows left. The casually arranged blocks were the dormitory for the workers; there are so many of them, looking like giants...
Tsumago, Kiso Valley
Tsumago Village. Let's explore this traditional village, in the heart of Nagano Prefecture.