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An Afternoon In The Samurai District With Sloping Streets Aplenty, Japan’s Smallest Castle & It’s Largest Iron Buddha Statue Too!

Whilst doing a bit of research about Ajiro in Shizuoka (the setting for the accalaimed TV series ‘Shōgun‘) earlier this year I came across some other well-preserved Samurai districts in Japan. One of them was located in a far-flung place … Continue reading

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Tokyo Daytripper: The Historical Riverside City With An Egyptian Flavour Nearby!

Whenever I’ve seen any list of the best places to visit in Chiba prefecture, this historical river city in Katori has almost always been included. However, for someone who prides himself on his love for this often-ignored region of Japan … Continue reading

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Tokyo Daytripper: Little Edo

In September 2001 I was on a years working holiday visa in Australia and having not done much work, I stopped off in Bundaberg in Queensland to earn a few bob. The only reason any backpacker goes there is to do some … Continue reading

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