Car-Free Solo Female Trip to Nara: Explore Mt. Wakakusa & Naramachi Without Visiting Temples

Want to enjoy a photogenic trip in Nara? This itinerary is perfect for photography lovers looking to explore the city without renting a car. For this trip, I visited some of the most Instagram-worthy spots around Mt. Wakakusa and Naramachi. From friendly deer and breathtaking scenery to local gourmet food, sake tasting, and charming cafés, this route offers a different side of Nara beyond temples and shrines. Be sure to use this itinerary as inspiration for your next adventure! Trip Overview (As of April 2026) Departure: Busta Shinjuku, Tokyo Arrival: […]

Takamatsu ⇔ Kobe / Sannomiya: Why the Highway Bus Is a Better Deal Than the Train!Complete Guide to Fares, Facilities, and Access

If you take the highway bus between Takamatsu and Kobe/Sannomiya, the trip takes about 3 hours and costs from around ¥4,000 one way. However, if it’s your first time taking a highway bus, you might feel a little unsure! In this article, we’ll thoroughly explain everything about the Takamatsu–Kobe/Sannomiya route, including the bus stops, onboard facilities, fare comparisons, and recommended places to visit after arriving in Sannomiya. Let’s take a comfortable and affordable highway bus trip from Takamatsu to Kobe/Sannomiya! ▼ In short, this is the kind of bus you […]

[It’s easy to go] A sightseeing trip to Miyajima by taking a direct access bus from Hiroshima Airport.

Miyajima is a particularly popular tourist spot in Hiroshima. This time, I will be taking a solo trip to Miyajima. ♡ I will introduce how to get there by taking a direct access bus from Hiroshima Airport. This is a must-read article for anyone who wants to go sightseeing in Miyajima straight from the Hiroshima Airport! Here are the details! *As of May 2024 Destination: Miyajimaguchi Departure: Hiroshima Airport Schedule: One day trip Number of people: 1 Expenditure: Approximately 10,000 yen (express bus round trip fare: 8,000 yen)   Direct […]

A day trip to Kinosaki Onsen by bus from Osaka

Have you ever heard of Kinosaki Onsen? It is one of the leading onsen towns in Kansai renowned for its numerous natural hot springs staggered in a cozy atmosphere, each unique and equally charming. Just a 3.5 hours ride from Osaka by bus, Kinosaki Onsen is deal for spending a day out. Not long ago, I took a day trip from Osaka to Kinosaki Onsen by bus. Let me share with you the spots I stopped by and bus information in this article. I hope you will find it useful. […]

Night bus to Osaka! Including a journey report and info on cafe near Osaka Station

Which means of transportation will you take when you go from Tokyo to Osaka? Plane? Shinkansen train? Both are good, but there is another option by taking highway bus. In this article, I will show you my actual experience of taking a night bus from Tokyo to Osaka, as well as share with you cafe information around Osaka Station which you may use upon departure or arrival in Osaka. Those are not chain cafes, but are cozy coffee shops which you might be interested. Took a night bus to Osaka! […]

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