The World’s Oldest Hotel: Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan

The world’s oldest hotel is located in Hayakawa, Yamanashi!

Japan’s Beautiful Akasawa Village

Find this hidden gem in Hayakawa, Yamanashi.

Mount Fuji’s Historic Yoshida Trail

The first five stations of the Yoshida Trail are my favourite part of climbing Mt. Fuji.

Homi Shrine

Homi Shrine is the second instalment in my series of honourable mentions.

O-jizo-sama

This is the first in my series of honourable mentions. These are places that I just couldn’t drive by without stopping.

Japan’s Top Temple Not in Kyoto!

This is a true temple in the sky. Climb the 287 steps of enlightenment to Kuon-ji Temple, founded in 1281 AD in Minobu, Yamanashi.

Spirited Away at Shukubo Kakurinbo Temple Inn

Welcome to my recommendation for a traditional temple inn in Minobu, Yamanashi.

Japan’s Hidden Waterfall!

An unexpected natural delight awaits you in Fujikawa, Yamanashi.

Japan’s Ancient Himuro Shrine

This cultural experience in Fujikawa, Yamanashi, delivers pleasure from start to finish.