Nagoya, known today as a powerhouse in manufacturing, dates back to the Edo or Tokugawa Period (1603-1867). The best way experience its history and culture is to explore its historical monuments, and so I went to three of them—to a castle, a shrine, and a temple. NAGOYA CASTLE Built in the beginning of the Edo Read More
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A Day in Odaiba: Tokyo’s Futuristic Playground
Odaiba, which sits on a set of manmade islands eventually joined together, was originally intended to strategically protect Tokyo from sea attacks. Despite the “bubble economy” that slowed down its progress in the 90’s, Tokyo’s futuristic playground rebounded in the recent years to what it is now—a popular shopping and entertainment district and tourist spot. Read More
Majestic Morocco: The Sahara Desert Experience
Prior to our trip to Morocco, I had never been outside Asia, let alone Africa. I didn’t know what to expect, although I had been reading destination guides. Of all the places we were to set foot on, Sahara Desert excited me most. I will let photos below do more of the talking. Straight from Read More
Western Tokyo in a Day: Harajuku, Shibuya, and Shinjuku
Harajuku, Shibuya, and Shinjuku—three places in the western portion of Tokyo—are so popular that every first-timer has to visit them. I took a walk (and train) across these districts, and I crafted a one-day itinerary that combines their must-see and must-do highlights. HARAJUKU From Harajuku Station, I crossed streets towards Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu), the Read More
Majestic Morocco: Got Culture Shocked in Fez Medina
After two long flights and transits, and a four-hour train ride from Casablanca, I finally reached Fez, where I met with my friends. It was the starting point of our Moroccan adventure, but our excitement faded quickly as we ventured into the Fez Medina. Upon my arrival, we wasted no time to finally see Fez. Read More