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Exploring Pyongyang Metro: Curved tunnel with moving walkway, daily ridership up to 700,000. Hidden
Autumn

Pyongyang Inside Out

After showing respect to every monument in Pyongyang, it is now time to inspect some of the impressive facilities North Korea beholds.

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Pyongyang skyline at night with illuminated buildings and tower reflecting in still waters. Easy walk
Winter

Pyongyang, North Korea

Pyongyang, North Korea... These names have always been mysterious for me. With North Koreans known to be so close-minded, what kind of capital city can they possibly build?

Quiet
Full day (as part of a multi-day guided North Korea itinerary)
North Korean village surrounded by mountains, fields, and vegetation in a rugged landscape. Some hiking
Autumn

North Korea by train, Kaesong and the DMZ

We arrived at carriage No.13 on time but was turned down at the door. Apparently there is another carriage No.13 at the end of train, that is 'especially' prepared for foreigners going to North Korea.

Some crowds
About 27 hours on the train Beijing → Pyongyang (can be longer depending on border/customs delays); plus several hours of stops around Dandong/border procedures.
Explore the decaying antenna in Fuchu, a forgotten relic in natures embrace. Off the map
Japan

Fuchu Abandoned US Air Force Base

But then I was still hesitating, weighing my judgments. Jing took the initiative and jumped on the fence like a cat on the run! Surprised, I followed without taking a second look behind. After a short dash, we are safe hidden in the branches. Catching our breath, now it is time to check in our location on Facebook.

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Tranquil autumn beauty in Japanese garden with vibrant foliage surrounding serene pond. Luminous
Autumn

Autumn Leaves in Tokyo

When Winnie the pooh is taking a walk with Christopher Robin in the 100 acre wood, it must have be autumn when they looked down the river, and suddenly there is everything you need to know.

Autumn Foliage Peak
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Traditional Japanese shrine interior with wooden beams, lanterns, and serene atmosphere in Tokyo. Easy walk
Japan

Ghost Tour in Tokyo

Couple days ago, purely by chance, we ran into a group of Tokyo ghost haunters. Never would miss any chance of interesting exploration, we joined and shared the story of the day.

Some crowds
1–2 hours (including walking from the station and time at the shrine as part of a short ghost/legend stop)
Abandoned fishing boat on Iwate coast symbolizes maritime community challenges in Japan. Melancholic
Japan

Tōhoku Tsunami-Hit Areas | 8 Months Later

I believe there is no one that does not know what happened in the East Japan this March. But to see the left wreckage by your own eyes is a completely story. We here will not describe how we feel, but simply present some facts and the pictures we took. And that, should be more convincing than anything else.

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Desolate Matsuo Mine: Abandoned Japan Sunset. Off the map
Japan

The Haunting Silence of Tōhoku Mines

The strong winter wind is howling through the abandoned concrete blocks where there are no windows left. The casually arranged blocks were the dormitory for the workers; there are so many of them, looking like giants standing in the middle of these deep mountains.

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Tranquil Japanese village with traditional wooden buildings nestled in lush green mountains. Easy walk
Chubu

Tsumago, Kiso Valley

Tsumago Village. Let's explore this traditional village, in the heart of Nagano Prefecture.

Busy
Half day (2–4 hours) for village stroll and shops; full day if combining with Kiso Valley walking/hikes (e.g., nearby post towns).