Honshu

As we cross from Japan’s smallest island to its largest we contemplate how to get to Osaka. Honshu is home … Continue reading Honshu

Bikepacking Japan, cycle touring, Hospitality

Loving the Love Hotels

During our travels in Korea and Japan we often stayed in so-called love hotels. They can be found in most … Continue reading Loving the Love Hotels

Bikepacking Japan, camping, cycle touring

Shikoku

We are huddled under a gazebo, wearing nearly all our clothes. We pitched the tent earlier while it was still … Continue reading Shikoku

Bikepacking Japan, camping, cycle touring

Kyushu

We’ve been in Japan for a while now. After our Jeju Island tour, we arrived on a late ferry in … Continue reading Kyushu

Bikepacking Japan, camping, cycle touring

Japan First Impressions

Vending machines They are everywhere. Even in the middle of nowhere — as long as there’s an electrical supply — … Continue reading Japan First Impressions