Tag: activities and experiences

  • Exploring Sado Island: Sake, Sushi, and Granny-Powered Boats

    Exploring Sado Island: Sake, Sushi, and Granny-Powered Boats

    Off the coast of Niigata is a melting pot of cultures from around Japan called Sado Island. It’s a remote island only accessible by boat, but the ride rewards you with diverse natural landscapes, food, and festivals. In this Japan Cheapo piece, I’ll share with you how to make the most of it in an…

  • Isehara: The Most Japanese Experience of Your Life

    Isehara: The Most Japanese Experience of Your Life

    Not far from Tokyo, you’ll find Isehara, an area home to Mt. Oyama and the nature and culture that comes with it. I recently visited this area on a tour that genuinely surprised me with how many cultural activities were packed into it. Take a look at my article about the tour that draws inspiration…