“The time to relax is when you don’t have time for it” ~ Sydney J. Harris. What is Japan famous for? Onsen, of course! This 2 day Gero Onsen itinerary was contributed by Louis from Outdoor Explorer. As he has lived in Japan for several years, I am very excited to present his ideal travel…

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“The bamboo that bends is stronger than the oak that resists” ~ Japanese proverb.  If you have your heart set on visiting the Japan’s Gifu region, I’m about to let you in on one the area’s most stunning hidden gems – Hida no Sato 飛騨の里. Located just 20 minutes drive from Takayama’s historical city centre,…

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“The city is popularly known as Hida–Takayama (飛騨高山) in reference to the old Hida Province to differentiate it from other places named Takayama” ~ Wikipedia. What things should you include when creating a Takayama itinerary? I’ll give you some ideas: Indulge in mouth watering wagyu? Check. Enjoy sampling some of Japan’s best sake? Check. Explore…

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Takayama Old Town, the “Little Kyoto” of Japan’s Gifu region. Ever wondered what the secret is to having the most enjoyable trip possible? Welcome to my “Be Invisible” series – your ultimate guide for how to not like a tourist on your next adventure and guaranteed to boost your entire travel experience. Bursting with helpful…

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