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Guide to Seishun 18 Kippu (1/4): What Is It and How to Use It

Guide to Seishun 18 Kippu (1/4): What Is It and How to Use It

This part one of a four part series on the Japanese train pass, Seishun 18 Kippu (青春18きっぷ). Part one introduces what is the Seishun 18 Kippu and how to use it. Part two features some of my thoughts and musings on why people use it. 

Tohoku Tabi: Lake Towada, Yasumiya (Lake Towada Area Guide (Part 2/4)

Tohoku Tabi: Lake Towada, Yasumiya (Lake Towada Area Guide (Part 2/4)

Lake Towada is a double caldera lake sitting on the border between Aomori and Akita prefectures. It is the twelfth deepest lake in Japan and offers scenic mountainous views of crystal-clear waters. Lake Towada is also part of the larger Towada area which is home