TRAVEL WRITING
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Akido: The Martial Art of Harmony and Peace
Shikoku, Japan
Chiiori – A Mountain Sanctuary
Words & Images: Jason
Discovering the charm of a traditional Japanese kominka
Published on Setouchi Reflection Trip
Himeji, Japan
Clashing of the Gods
Words & Images: Jason
Get in amongst the action at Japan’s most epic fighting festival
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Shikoku, Japan
The Historic Gems of Kotohira
Words: Celia Images: Jason
Make the 1,368-step pilgrimage to the ancient Kotohira Shrine
Published on Setouchi Reflection Trip
Shikoku, Japan
Ritsurin Park – the Jewel of Takamatsu
Words & Images: Jason
Walk around inside a window into Japan's past
Published on Setouchi Reflection Trip
Himeji, Japan
Himeji Castle - The White Heron
Words: Celia Images: Jason
One of only a few original castles left in Japan
Published on Setouchi Reflection Trip
Toyama, Japan
A Taste of Toyama
Words & Images: Jason
Get off the crowded tourist trail this Golden Week and explore the natural beauty and traditional crafts of Toyama
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Kansai, Japan
Blossom Magic
Words: Celia
Seven sakura spots to set up your picnic blanket and drink till dusk
Published in Kansai Scene Magzine
Osaka, Japan
Osaka’s Coolest Neighborhoods
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Get off the beaten track and take yourself on an underground tour of Osaka
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Shikoku, Japan
Exploring East Shikoku
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Take the road less traveled and immerse yourself in the gardens, valleys, rivers, and islands of eastern Shikoku
Published in Kansai Scene Magzine
Wakayama, Japan
Hike Into Kumano’s Hot Spring Haven
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Seek sky-scraping forests, simmering springs, and spiritual rejuvenation along the ancient Kumano Kodo
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Mount Koya, Japan
Spirited Away
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Find rest for your weary soul amidst soaring cedar forests with a spiritual retreat at the temple village of Mount Koya
Published in Renaissance Magazine
Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Carried Away in Kaohsiung
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Discover a lesser-known corner of Taiwan this summer via the superb southern city of Kaohsiung
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Awaji, Japan
Adventures on Awaji
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Venture over to Awaji Island this summer where whirlpool cruises, traditional puppet shows, and delicious, mouthwatering burgers await
Published in Kansai Scene Magzine
Kagoshima, Japan
A Perfect Long Weekend in Kagoshima
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
This winter, swap mulled wine for shochu and make a year-end getaway to Kagoshima
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Shikoku, Japan
The Vine Bridges of Iya Valley
Words & Images: Jason
Iya Valley's vine bridges have been traversed for more than 800 years
Published on Setouchi Reflection Trip
Awaji, Japan
Skirting the epic ocean whirlpools of the Naruto Strait
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Set sail around the whirlpools of Tokushima and Awaji Island
Published on Setouchi Reflection Trip
Mount Koya, Japan
Magnificent Mount Koya
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Seeking enlightenment for the New Year? Consider a winter pilgrimage to Koyasan, the Japanese headquarters of Shingon Buddhism
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Osaka, Japan
Hidden Haunts
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Osaka, ‘the nation’s kitchen’, is Japan’s top place to eat, drink and party
Published in Renaissance Magazine
Kansai, Japan
Keeping the Zen in Autumn
Words: Celia • Images: Jason
Ready to go out and see nature’s fiery autumn show? Here are four Kyoto spots that can offer you the best of the leaves without having to join the masses
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Japan
A Two-wheeled Journey Across Japan
Words: Celia • Images: Daniel Olsson
One man, one quest: Cycling the length of Japan solo
Published in Kansai Scene Magzine
Wakayama, Japan
Traditional Whitewater Rafting in Wakayama
Words: Jason • Images: Jason & Minato Ishikawa
Every year from May to September a 400-year-old tradition is brought to life on the Kitayama river
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Osaka, Japan
Best-kept Secret of the Century
Words & Images: Celia
Famed for blowfish and kushikatsu, Shinsekai might not be the glammest part of town, but it’s celebrating 100 years of serving up the true flavours of Osaka.
Published in Kansai Scene Magazine
Mount Koya, Japan
A Place for Weary Spirits
Words & Images: Jason
A quaint temple village known as Mount Koya in the Kii range south of Osaka is the national headquarters of Shingon Buddhism.