Slow travel
The slower side of Matsushima, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Zuiganji approach, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Matsushima3 min read
THE BRIMPATH COLLECTION
Slow travel
A smaller area, a clearer route and more time to notice what is around you.
38 thoughtful guides
Slow travel
The slower side of Aomori, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Aomori waterfront, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Aomori3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Hirosaki, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Hirosaki Park, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Hirosaki3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Morioka, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Morioka Castle Site Park, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Morioka3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Akita, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Senshu Park, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Akita3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Yamagata, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Kajo Park, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Yamagata3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Fukushima, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Minka en, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Fukushima3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Niigata, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Furumachi, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Niigata3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Nagano, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Zenkoji approach, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Nagano3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Matsumoto, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Nakamachi, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Matsumoto3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Toyama, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Toyama Castle Park, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Toyama3 min read
Slow travel
The slower side of Takayama, one neighbourhood at a time
A lighter route through Sanmachi Suji, with fewer transfers and more time to notice the place.
Takayama3 min read
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