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Career Break Travel: Tokyo, Kanagawa & Saitama
After being on the road for more than 2 months, we were craving our favourite comfort food - ramen. And where better to get some than the birthplace of ramen, Japan?
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Gunma is the Secret Escape that Everyone has Forgotten
Barely 3 hours away, Gunma is a convenient getaway from the bustling Tokyo city very much like how Hua Hin is an escape from Bangkok. But unlike Hua Hin, the prefecture has a rather “unpopular” reputation amongst locals that there’s nothing much to do there. I beg to differ. There’s so many things to see and do, so how did this impression come about? I guess it’s just really the lack of marketing. Here’s why Gunma needs to be on everyone’s bucket list! #1: Skiing in Gunma It’s one of the most accessible ski resorts from Tokyo. Although I’m not the best at skiing, I heard the snow quality is…
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Almost Stranded in Ozegahara, Oze National Park
With just an hour to rush for the last bus off the peak, WJ and I hurried under the glaring sun. We lifted our aching legs up the stony steps, the last bit of the trail after walking through the grasslands and through the forest. FINALLY. We ran to the bus with just 3 minutes to spare. Sweating profusely with our legs screaming in protest, we were safe at last!
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Hotel Review: Tokyo Stay Shibuya
I booked Tokyo Stay Shibuya because of its convenient location and price. It was the cheapest hotel that was just a 5-minute walk to the event I was there for and had all the basic facilities.
