Osaka was our third and final stop in Japan. If Tokyo dazzled with its mega-city energy and Kyoto captivated with its spiritual charm, Osaka felt like an unexpected treasure—vibrant, genuine,…
Kyoto was once the imperial capital of Japan and is famous for its incredible concentration of cultural sites. We arrived by Shinkansen at Kyoto Station, a futuristic mega-hub that feels…
Japan was my first trip to Asia. In the months leading up to it, I diligently worked through Duolingo lessons, confidently mistaking a long streak for actual fluency in the…