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Live the island life: 22 unique islands to visit in 2022

If you like your island life served up with more than sandy feet, these must-visit bucket list islands offer unique wildlife and attractions to explore.

A viewing platform on the rocky Sado Island coast

All, Asia, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Japan, Off the beaten path

Sado Island: A two-day Tokyo escape of Taiko drums, tub boats and temples

Sado Island isn't far from Tokyo, but it feels a world away. Discover traditional Taiko drums, tub boats, temples and rugged rock formations.

Noh Theatre Stage Outside in Sado Island

All, Asia, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Japan, Wildlife and Nature

Reasons to visit Sado Island, Japan

Sado Island provides the chance to step back in time. Discover the top reasons to visit Sado Island, from gold mines to traditions like Tub Boats and Taiko Drumming.

A beautiful red pagoda sits next to a large red temple in the city of Tokyo

All, Asia, City Breaks, Destinations, Japan

A quick guide to Tokyo: must-visit neighbourhoods, attractions and easy day trips

Tokyo is a city where you could spend countless days exploring, but here is a quick Tokyo guide of must-visit areas and day-trip ideas.

An open sided train in Kochi, Japan, looks out to the ocean

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Kochi Japan Travel Guide and Top Things to Do

The Kochi Prefecture of Japan is packed with natural wonders and traditional experiences. Discover the top things to do in Kochi travel guide.

Sunset on the Shimanto river in Kochi Japan, with the mountains reflecting in the water

All, Asia, ByRoad, Destinations, Japan, Off the beaten path, Wellness, Wildlife and Nature

In a chaotic world, Kochi, Japan, is the wellness retreat you didn’t know you needed

With deep-sea therapy spas, mountains, forest and crystal-clear rivers for water sports, the Kochi prefecture is an ideal Japan wellness retreat.

Knife-making in Kochi Japan

All, Art and Culture, Asia, Destinations, Japan

Pilgrimages, blacksmiths, and festivals: Nine traditional experiences you can enjoy in Kochi, Japan

Looking for traditional experiences in Japan? Kochi Prefecture has you covered: from knife-making and cooking the local dishes to temple pilgrimages.

Kochi Castle TeamLab Digital Art

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Kōchi Castle meets teamLab Digital Art: modern vs tradition in Japan

From the genuis crew behind the now famous digital art installations in Tokyo, teamLab bring their unique digital art to the historic Kōchi Castle.

Hey, I’m Dan…

...and I'm obsessed with getting lost in new places and meeting new faces. From remote Atlantic Islands full of Penguins, to bustling Italian cities crammed with amazing architecture. I've been lucky enough to turn my passion for travel and photography into my job, and spent four years travelling full time before settling down in Portugal - a far cry from the life I thought I would have when I left my London restaurant managers job. This website is full of my favourite places and people, and stories from the road - I hope it can help you explore the world a little bit better through tips, advice, and personal stories. Safe travels!

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