We landed at Kansai International in the afternoon, and made our way to Kyoto by the JR limited express train. Too late and too tired to explore the temples, we walked from Kyoto Station to the hotel passing Higashi Honganjii. The hotel, Ikoi-no-ie …

We arrived in Tokyo around 4:00, and took the limousine bus to our hotel. The Kudan Kaikan hotel is just outside the grounds of the Imperial Palace. By the time we arrived, however, it was too dark to see anything. We showered and went to eat …

Japan, here I come! After a six hour flight, we finally reached Japan. Actually, I have transited at Narita Airport so many times before, but this was the first time, I could really say 'I'm in Japan'. So exciting! Shinkansen: from Tokyo to …

One day trip wandering around Osaka City. Basically, our plan is; 1) Ride the Hep Five Ferris Wheel 2) Have a break at Starbucks 3) Go to Festival Gate 4) Hitachi Tower 5) NHK 6) Tennoji Park 7) Ride the tram to Osaka Castle 8) Walking inside …

Trip to see Lisa for the second time since Tokyo Aug. 26-29 after four month deployment at Al Udeid AB, Qatar. Going to see her in her and her parents in their home town of Himeji. Stayed in Osaka and visited Kyoto, Kobe, Osaka

This summer, my mom and I are planning to visit Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. Not going with dad this time because he's busy and vacation is rare for him :(

Jammed packed tour of Japan (left out Hokkaido for next trip). Arriving at Kansai Airport, heading south to Kyushu before heading north then back down to Kyoto. This trip is ideal for those who are interested in nude onsen bathing, love/capsule …

Going on a trip through Japan. I'm saving up some money (and vacation) right now, but in 2009 or 2010 i'll go! Preference will be during cherry blossom season in april.

October - November 2008