At last, it’s about to happen. We re going to surrender ourselves to Vipassana meditation. To me this, learning to meditate, has been a dream for a very long time and what better place to do it then Nepal? I consider myself very lucky. To be honest this Vipassana thing is getting a bit exciting now, especially because to us, it’s all quite a mystery what is about to happen … [Read more...] about Vipassana meditation; 10 days living in complete silence
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4 tips to travel cheap in Japan for backpackers
We traveled through Japan for only 25 dollars per couple! Want to know how we did it? Read our 4 tips to travel cheap in Japan. Japan is seen by many as an expensive country, an impossible destination in Asia for backpackers on a budget. Of course, if you compare it to other Asian countries, Japan isn’t the cheapest destination, but compared to western countries it’s actually … [Read more...] about 4 tips to travel cheap in Japan for backpackers
Deer spotting in Nara, relaxing in a Love Hotel in Osaka
We visit the deer park in Nara and see the famous Todai-ji temple with the largest Buddha statue in Japan. Our last stop is Osaka, where we go to Maikoya for some great Japanese experiences; a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, we get dressed up in a kimono, we get a tour through the Samurai museum and have a try at Japanese calligraphy. From Kyoto we go to Nara, almost an … [Read more...] about Deer spotting in Nara, relaxing in a Love Hotel in Osaka
Kyoto; old capital of Japan full of temples, museums and culture
After our very cool roadtrip through the Japanese Alps, there’s already a new adventure about to start in Japan. We’ve heard so many good things about Kyoto, so our expectations are high, but we try to go with an open mind. Let's explore Kyoto city! Our first night in Kyoto we stay in Guest House Kannoko Kitaoji, a guest house we’ve found on booking.com. Besides that it’s a … [Read more...] about Kyoto; old capital of Japan full of temples, museums and culture
Tokyo, capital of Japan and metropolitan city
After a lot of hesitation, our next destionation is Japan! We start our journey in Tokyo, the capital of Japan, a huge metropolitan city which has a lot to offer on sightseeing. We visit famous buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, walk the busy Shibuya Crossing and dress up as true Samirai at the Samurai Museum. After being in Nepal for one month and 2 months to go on our … [Read more...] about Tokyo, capital of Japan and metropolitan city