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Cherry Blossoms

Early cherry blossom report from Kawazu

Full bloom is expected around early March
February 21, 2025
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An off-the-beaten-path nature retreat out of Tokyo

3 days in Nishiizu, a scenic town in western Izu Peninsula
April 28, 2024
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An overnight getaway to peaceful Izu

Exploring the east coast on a side trip from Tokyo
February 15, 2024
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10 places near Mount Fuji

Scenic destinations not far from Tokyo
March 18, 2023
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A six-day trip south of Mount Fuji (Part 3)

From the base of Izu to Fuji’s western slopes
February 20, 2022
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A six-day trip south of Mount Fuji (Part 2)

Exploring Izu’s scenic west coast
February 16, 2022
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A six-day trip south of Mount Fuji (Part 1)

Viewing Mount Fuji from a multitude of angles
February 12, 2022
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Discovering Shizuoka (2/2): Izu Peninsula

A Two-Day Journey on the Izu Peninsula
January 19, 2021
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Discovering Shizuoka (1/2): Mount Fuji

A 2-day journey along Mount Fuji’s southern base
January 15, 2021
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10 places to visit in the Izu Peninsula

Travel using the Izu Dream Pass and Minami Izu Free Pass
October 20, 2019
Craft Beer Japan

Craft Beer Japan: Shuzenji

Craft beer and idyllic countryside
June 22, 2018
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Early Blooming in Atami

Checking the early blooming cherry and plum blossoms.
January 16, 2017
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2016 Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival Report

Early-blooming cherry blossoms on the Izu Peninsula.
February 25, 2016

Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival

Kawazu on the Izu Peninsula is one of the first places to see and celebrate cherry blossoms.
February 28, 2013
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Beginner's guide to Boat Race

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Walking the Kumano Kodo and where to stay

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After the Earthquake: Travelling on the Noto Peninsula

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