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  • The Kantō region is the broad area of eastern Japan anchored by Tokyo, stretching from coastal cities to mountain towns and smaller residential hubs. It’s home to Japan’s largest population center, but also to forests, hot spring towns, historic routes, and seaside communities—all connected by one of the most extensive rail networks in the world.…

  • Before heading into Nikko, I made one last practical stop: a Mega Don Quijote. Knowing I’d be hiking and spending time in the mountains, I stocked up on essentials — snacks, drinks, and a few small items that always seem obvious only after you need them. I checked the weather again, and it looked promising…

  • After leaving Narita, I made my way toward Funabashi, where I had booked a capsule hotel. At least, that’s what I thought. When I arrived at Funabashi Station, I realized I had the right capsule hotel company — just the wrong location. My reservation was actually at Nishi-Funabashi, not Funabashi Station. It felt like a…

  • Flights and Visas The day of my departure to Tokyo, Japan is quickly approaching, and over the past month, I’ve been preparing myself for a longer journey across Asia. Unlike a short vacation, long-term travel takes a lot more planning — not just booking flights and packing bags, but making sure everything is in place…

  • Fall is in full swing here in Ontario, and I’ve really been soaking it in — the colors, the cool air, those quiet walks and bike rides where everything feels calm and alive at the same time. It’s one of my favorite times of year, and it also feels like the perfect moment for change.…

  • Here in Ontario, the first colors of fall are beginning to show. A staghorn sumac leans at the edge of the path, its branches tipped with red. Across the hills, the maples are shifting too—some already glowing a deep crimson, others just beginning to blush with lighter tones. Today, rain falls softly, and a veil…

  • So, the first signs of fall are here in Toronto. I snapped a picture of a leaf today—it’s this deep red with veins of green still running through it. It looks like it was cut before the tree could drain out the last of the color. A perfect little herald of fall. With the season…

  • Yesterday’s rainstorm washed over Toronto, soaking the ground and refreshing the air. Today, the sky looks completely different—bright, blue, and full of enormous clouds drifting across the horizon. Standing in a wide green field, it’s hard not to be amazed by their sheer size and movement. At first glance, the clouds look light and fluffy,…

  • Ontario is my home, and in the summer it is incredibly beautiful. I feel lucky to live near a conservation area, with easy access to forests, meadows, and trails. No matter how many times I visit, I always find myself in awe of the diversity and quiet beauty of nature. Over the last few days,…

  • La Union is a coastal province in the Ilocos Region of Luzon, the largest island in the Philippines. Known for its surf culture, sandy beaches, and lively nightlife, it has become a popular destination for both local and international travelers. The provincial capital is San Fernando, which also serves as the regional center for commerce…