All Seasons

All Seasons

Places to visit any time of year

Eternal Union: Meoto Iwa, Japans iconic coastal landmark symbolizing eternal unity. Mysterious
Japan

Meoto Iwa: The Wedded Rocks

These two rocks connected by a thick rope and the little torii on top is one of these mysterious images that inevitably draw visitors to Japan. But if you actually go to see them won’t that strip them of their mystique forever?

Solstice Sunrise
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Miki poses in front of Nakagin Tower, blending modernity with retro-futurism in Tokyo. Hidden
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Nakagin Capsule Tower

So everyday, I was walking from Ginza and Shiodome and on the way, here it was: the Nakagin Capsule Tower.

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Traditional Japanese bathhouse with wooden tubs, natural light, and serene ambiance in Tokyo. Easy walk
Adachi

Tokyo Sento with Stéphanie: Takara-yu

Just follow me and we'll take a bath together, along with my friend Stéphanie. She’s become the ambassador for sento – public bathhouses – so we'll let her choose a good one for us.

Some crowds
2–3 hours (including changing, washing, soaking, and cooling down)
Exploring the abandoned beauty of Gunkanjima, Japans haunted Battleship Island. Haunting
Japan

Gunkanjima: Photos & Stories

Abandoned in 1974, the Battleship Island (Gunkanjima) turned into the Ghost Island and soon became one of the most famous spot for urban exploration.

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Majestic Guardian Rock Formations: Ebisu & Daikoku in a Coastal Setting. Easy walk
Hokkaido

Ebisu Iwa & Daikoku Iwa

Turn your head to the right and there’s a surprise: the handsome rocks of Ebisu and Daikoku basking in the Sea of Japan.

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1-2 hours (or a short stop on a Shakotan Peninsula / Otaru day trip)
Discover the hidden depths of Parisian catacombs with ancient tunnels and skeletal structures. Haunting
Interview

Exploration of the Catacombs of Paris

Visit of the forbidden catacombs in Paris for 10 hours with Dyane and Mathieu.

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Nobeyama Radio Observatory in the Japanese Alps: Pioneering Astronomy Research. Easy walk
Japan

Nobeyama Radio Observatory

While I was driving around in Nagano, I noticed a huge parabolic antenna lost in the middle of the mountains.

Some crowds
2–3 hours (half-day if you want to see all antenna areas and take photos)
Tranquil Japanese alleyway at night with historic architecture, lush greenery, and a red bicycle. Off the map
Japan

16 Best Abandoned Places in Japan 2014

Here are my best 16 explorations of abandoned places in Japan in 2014.

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Tranquil pathway lined with colorful flowers on Taketomi Island, Okinawa, Japan. Easy walk
Japan

Taketomi: The Bougainvilleas Island

It's early morning in Okinawa and the sky is already ocean blue. Without any hesitation, we jump right away in the first boat direction the paradise: the Taketomi Island!

Some crowds
Half day to full day (easy as a day trip from Ishigaki)
Exploring abandoned Sakurayama park with Fuyuzakura cherry trees at night. Off the map
Interview

The Japanese Girl Who Sees Ghosts

Hoshino-san, a haikyoist Japanese can see ghosts. I decided to interview her about her ability and experiences.

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Tranquil view of Okinawas lush bay with turquoise waters and rugged islands. Easy walk
Japan

Zamami, Aka & Love in Between

After visiting the urban side of Okinawa with Naha and Nago, here we are now in the ferry, on the way to Kerama Islands, more precisely Zamami and Aka Islands.

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Overnight trip recommended (about 2 days / 1 night); avoid doing a same-day round trip due to time and cost.
Exploring Gunkanjima: Abandoned City in Nagasaki - urban decay and haunting atmosphere. Haunting
Gunkanjima

Gunkanjima: The Memories of Doutoku Sakamoto

A travel on Gunkanjima back in time, through the eyes of Doutoku Sakamoto, a former inhabitant.

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