Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Gifu without a car
Two days of traditional riverside houses and mountain scenery, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Gifu3 min read
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Rail and transit
Gifu by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Gifu Station the starting point for a clearer journey through Gifu.
Gifu3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Gifu that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Gifu3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Gifu, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Kawaramachi, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Gifu3 min read
Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Nagoya without a car
Two days of covered shopping streets and major rail connections, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Nagoya3 min read
Rail and transit
Nagoya by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Nagoya Station the starting point for a clearer journey through Nagoya.
Nagoya3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Nagoya that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Nagoya3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Nagoya, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Osu, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Nagoya3 min read
Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Shizuoka without a car
Two days of castle grounds and relaxed central streets, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Shizuoka3 min read
Rail and transit
Shizuoka by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Shizuoka Station the starting point for a clearer journey through Shizuoka.
Shizuoka3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Shizuoka that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Shizuoka3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Shizuoka, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Sumpu Castle Park, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Shizuoka3 min read
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