5 Reasons To Buy A Japan Rail Pass
When planning a big trip, I tend to pin all of my points of interest on a map to then determine what would be feasible via public transportation. When planning Japan, I had pins all over the map and had to determine the best way to maximize my time in the country....
Looking For Cherry Blossoms? Hike Up Mt. Yoshino!
Mt. Yoshino is known to be one of the best places in Japan to spot cherry blossoms. Despite it being the tail end of the cherry blossom season, we decided to stop in Yoshino on our way from Nara to Koyasan. A bit out of the way, but very worth it. While I had thought...
5 Things To Do In Nara, Japan
Nara is a very easy day trip for those visiting Japan, as it's located less than an hour from Osaka and Kyoto. Believe it or not, Nara (once named Heijo) was Japan's first established capital in 710. As many people only spend one day there, here are 5 things to do in...
Matsumoto Castle: The Best Place To See Cherry Blossoms In Japan
When planning my trip to Japan, I had put Matsumoto Castle on my list for “next time.” It appeared to be too out of the way to squeeze into my busy schedule. Thanks to Craig Shaw's kindness, however, I was driven directly to Matsumoto to see the cherry...
5 Things You Must Do In Yamanouchi, Japan
After two full days taking in the chaos of Tokyo, I wanted the mountains and the tranquility that typically surrounds such an area. While checking into Ryokan Biyu, I knew I’d made the right decision. I was initially drawn to Yamanouchi because I was guilty of wanting...Hi, I’m Sarah!
Hello World! I’m Sarah Gallo, The Five Foot Traveler, and I choose to dream out loud. After conquering a crippling fear of flying, I’ve developed an unquenchable passion for traveling. Since my newfound freedom, I have set foot on all seven continents, explored 114 countries, and continue to strive to live life to the fullest. Continue Reading…
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