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White cherry blossoms in bloom at Shinjuku Garden, Tokyo Vibrant
Japan

Yet Another Spring Comes in Japan

Last year when I first arrived in Japan, I was really looking forward to my first Hanami. But unfortunately the earthquake happened just before the warm south wind came, and everyone was told to constrain themselves and feel sad for the people who died and suffered, instead of enjoy cherry blossoms.

Cherry Blossom Peak
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Evolution of Japans historic Negishi Grandstand: witness to horse racings cultural impact and legacy. Haunting
Kanagawa

Negishi Racecourse: Story & Blood (2/2)

I go first. I move slowly under the surveillance camera, I approach the barbed wire... My god, it will not be easy! I try to pull myself up, but I could only get close the damn barbed wire that is ready to slide me open any minute.

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Negishi Grandstands: Abandoned Equestrian Relic in Yokohama Haunting
Japan

The Abandoned Negishi Grandstand (1/2)

In Yokohama, near Tokyo, is one of the most famous ruins of Japan: the Negishi Grandstand. This is a favorite spot among Japanese urban explorers but despite its outside, I have never dared to explore it.

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Pyongyang Metro: Curved tunnel with moving walkway 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 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.
Decaying antenna in Fuchu 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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Autumn beauty in Japanese garden 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 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)