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22. Feb.15 Min. Lesezeit

A Journey Through Vietnam

Into the Mist: Discover Sa Pa’s Mountains, Villages & Culture

Sometimes, the biggest barrier is not a place itself- but our perception about it.

Are you scared or worried?
Let’s talk 👇

#FearVsReality #VisitChina #TravelOpensMinds #HumansOfTheWorld #MoreAlikeThanDifferent

Sometimes, the biggest barrier is not a place itself- but our perception about it.

Are you scared or worried?
Let’s talk 👇

#FearVsReality #VisitChina #TravelOpensMinds #HumansOfTheWorld #MoreAlikeThanDifferent

A day in Suzhou, China 🌿

Tranquil water canals, ancient Chinese gardens, magical boat rides and exquisite signature dishes- all of this is combined in this enchanted place, called „City of Gardens“ ✨🇨🇳

A stones throw away from Shangai, perfect for a day trip into a totally different world 🗺️

One day is enough to completely fall in love, but not enough to see it all ✌🏽

#Suzhou #CityofGardens #ChinaTravel #TravelReels

A day in Suzhou, China 🌿

Tranquil water canals, ancient Chinese gardens, magical boat rides and exquisite signature dishes- all of this is combined in this enchanted place, called „City of Gardens“ ✨🇨🇳

A stones throw away from Shangai, perfect for a day trip into a totally different world 🗺️

One day is enough to completely fall in love, but not enough to see it all ✌🏽

#Suzhou #CityofGardens #ChinaTravel #TravelReels

💦Just 45min. outside of Shanghai, you get to discover the charme of one of Shanghai’s magical & ancient water towns: Zhujiajiao.

🚅 Planning a visit? I’ve shared everything you need to know in my blog.

✨ Read the full article via the link in my bio: “Venice of Shanghai: A Day Trip to Zhujiajiao.”

#Zhujiajiao #ShanghaiTravel #ChinaTravel #WaterTown #TravelGuide

💦Just 45min. outside of Shanghai, you get to discover the charme of one of Shanghai’s magical & ancient water towns: Zhujiajiao.

🚅 Planning a visit? I’ve shared everything you need to know in my blog.

✨ Read the full article via the link in my bio: “Venice of Shanghai: A Day Trip to Zhujiajiao.”

#Zhujiajiao #ShanghaiTravel #ChinaTravel #WaterTown #TravelGuide

#visitvietnam #vietnamdiaries #explorevietnam #vietnamtravel #explorevietnam

#visitvietnam #vietnamdiaries #explorevietnam #vietnamtravel #explorevietnam

Vietnamese Coffee Favorites (egg, salt, coconut) and how to make them ⬇️

One of my favorite memories from Vietnam? 🇻🇳 Sitting on a tiny plastic stool, sipping the strongest, sweetest coffee I’ve ever had. ☕

Vietnamese coffee isn’t just coffee — it’s a bursting explosion of bold, sweet, and deeply layered flavors ✨

Now you can recreate that magic at home. For each coffee favorite, I’ve shared the full step-by-step recipe on my blog to bring Vietnam into your home without missing out on your favorite coffee choices 🫰📝

👉 Link to recipes in my bio ✨

#VietnameseCoffee #CoffeeLover #EggCoffee #SaltCoffee #CoconutCoffee

Vietnamese Coffee Favorites (egg, salt, coconut) and how to make them ⬇️

One of my favorite memories from Vietnam? 🇻🇳 Sitting on a tiny plastic stool, sipping the strongest, sweetest coffee I’ve ever had. ☕

Vietnamese coffee isn’t just coffee — it’s a bursting explosion of bold, sweet, and deeply layered flavors ✨

Now you can recreate that magic at home. For each coffee favorite, I’ve shared the full step-by-step recipe on my blog to bring Vietnam into your home without missing out on your favorite coffee choices 🫰📝

👉 Link to recipes in my bio ✨

#VietnameseCoffee #CoffeeLover #EggCoffee #SaltCoffee #CoconutCoffee

Hoi An’s unforgettable flavors 🍜✨

If there’s one city (next to Hanoi) that sparks with outstanding signature dishes, it’s Hoi An 🇻🇳

From local favorites, such as cao lầu and mì Quảng to sizzling clay pot pork and the sweetest tropical fruits, every bite in Hoi An is a journey to food heaven.

It’s not only about the nostalgic lanterns, it’s also about the culinary bites you’ll be able to try!

Get to know my absolute favorites and let me know which ones you’d like to try!

#HoiAn #VietnamEats #FoodDiary #SoutheastAsia #TravelBites

Hoi An’s unforgettable flavors 🍜✨

If there’s one city (next to Hanoi) that sparks with outstanding signature dishes, it’s Hoi An 🇻🇳

From local favorites, such as cao lầu and mì Quảng to sizzling clay pot pork and the sweetest tropical fruits, every bite in Hoi An is a journey to food heaven.

It’s not only about the nostalgic lanterns, it’s also about the culinary bites you’ll be able to try!

Get to know my absolute favorites and let me know which ones you’d like to try!

#HoiAn #VietnamEats #FoodDiary #SoutheastAsia #TravelBites

These pages briefly break down the key differences between the five-color flag 🎏, the national flag ⭐, and the hammer-and-sickle symbol ☭, so you can understand what each one represents and why it matters.

#VietnamFlags #CulturalSymbols #DidYouKnow #VisualCulture #LearnSomethingNew

These pages briefly break down the key differences between the five-color flag 🎏, the national flag ⭐, and the hammer-and-sickle symbol ☭, so you can understand what each one represents and why it matters.

#VietnamFlags #CulturalSymbols #DidYouKnow #VisualCulture #LearnSomethingNew

Did you know that numbers in Vietnam carry a specific meaning? 🔢🇻🇳⬇️

In Vietnam, numbers carry cultural meaning. Some are seen as lucky because of their pronunciation or symbolism—like 6 for wealth, 8 for prosperity, and 9 for longevity—while others are avoided. More than math, numbers reflect tradition and belief.

#VietnamCulture #LuckyNumbers #CulturalMeaning #VietnamTraditions #Symbolism

Did you know that numbers in Vietnam carry a specific meaning? 🔢🇻🇳⬇️

In Vietnam, numbers carry cultural meaning. Some are seen as lucky because of their pronunciation or symbolism—like 6 for wealth, 8 for prosperity, and 9 for longevity—while others are avoided. More than math, numbers reflect tradition and belief.

#VietnamCulture #LuckyNumbers #CulturalMeaning #VietnamTraditions #Symbolism

Tứ Linh 🇻🇳 ⬇️

You’ve probably seen one or the other mystical creatures whilst wandering through Vietnam, but are you aware of their actual meaning and virtue?

🐉 Power, rain, and origin
🦄 Virtue and protection
🐢 Wisdom and grounding
🔥 Renewal and peace

The four holy animas are symbols of an ideal world order rooted in Vietnamese history, belief, and daily life ✨

#TuLinh #VietnamCulture #SacredSymbols #MythAndMeaning #CulturalHeritage

Tứ Linh 🇻🇳 ⬇️

You’ve probably seen one or the other mystical creatures whilst wandering through Vietnam, but are you aware of their actual meaning and virtue?

🐉 Power, rain, and origin
🦄 Virtue and protection
🐢 Wisdom and grounding
🔥 Renewal and peace

The four holy animas are symbols of an ideal world order rooted in Vietnamese history, belief, and daily life ✨

#TuLinh #VietnamCulture #SacredSymbols #MythAndMeaning #CulturalHeritage

Ho-Chi-Minh City, formerly and still traditionally referred to as Saigon, Vietnam.

A city that never sleeps. Crowds, scooters, honking horns, colonial landmarks, outstanding coffee culture and buzzing street food on everywhere you go ☕️🛵✨

Saigons energy level hits differently. Though seemingly busy and crowded, this city‘s Charme will directly pull you into its arms, leaving you in unforgettable awe & positive vibes you’ll miss once leaving 🌇💖

#Saigon #HoChiMinhCity #SaigonLife #SaigonVibes #VisitSaigon

Ho-Chi-Minh City, formerly and still traditionally referred to as Saigon, Vietnam.

A city that never sleeps. Crowds, scooters, honking horns, colonial landmarks, outstanding coffee culture and buzzing street food on everywhere you go ☕️🛵✨

Saigons energy level hits differently. Though seemingly busy and crowded, this city‘s Charme will directly pull you into its arms, leaving you in unforgettable awe & positive vibes you’ll miss once leaving 🌇💖

#Saigon #HoChiMinhCity #SaigonLife #SaigonVibes #VisitSaigon

Hoi An 🇻🇳 An absolute must on every Vietnam itinerary!

🦦 By day- wander the Old Town, rice fields, temples, and hundreds of tailors shops. Immerse into a lovely coffee shop scene, rent a bike or speak in the beautiful lantern- paved scenery.

🌯 Eat your way through the city- from street food up to Cao lầu, white rose dumplings, and iconic bánh mì— don’t miss the opportunity to try and taste as much as possible at local spots!

✈️ Visit best from Feb–Apr. Stay 2–4 days for the perfect pace.

🚗 Enrich your stay with day trips adventures to Bang Beach, My Son Sanctuary, coconut basket boats rides or Vegetable Village.

🏮Hoi An at Night: a fairytale of magic ✨
Glowing lanterns, reflecting river lights, night markets to wander and a lively bar scene to enjoy!

This place truly is enchanting!

#HoiAn #VietnamTravel #LanternCity #FoodieTravel #TravelInspo

Hoi An 🇻🇳 An absolute must on every Vietnam itinerary!

🦦 By day- wander the Old Town, rice fields, temples, and hundreds of tailors shops. Immerse into a lovely coffee shop scene, rent a bike or speak in the beautiful lantern- paved scenery.

🌯 Eat your way through the city- from street food up to Cao lầu, white rose dumplings, and iconic bánh mì— don’t miss the opportunity to try and taste as much as possible at local spots!

✈️ Visit best from Feb–Apr. Stay 2–4 days for the perfect pace.

🚗 Enrich your stay with day trips adventures to Bang Beach, My Son Sanctuary, coconut basket boats rides or Vegetable Village.

🏮Hoi An at Night: a fairytale of magic ✨
Glowing lanterns, reflecting river lights, night markets to wander and a lively bar scene to enjoy!

This place truly is enchanting!

#HoiAn #VietnamTravel #LanternCity #FoodieTravel #TravelInspo

Just a stone’s throw from Hoi An ⏳
Step back in time at Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site hidden in a lush valley.

🏛️ Built between the 4th–13th centuries, these red-brick Hindu temples were the sacred heart of the Champa Kingdom, mainly dedicated to the god Shiva.

✨ Mỹ = beautiful | Sơn = mountain
Once home to over 70 intricately carved temples, the site reflects Hindu mythology, royal power, and spiritual life.

🪷 Today, Mỹ Sơn stands as one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric historic sites—and a perfect day trip from Hoi An.

#MySonSanctuary #HoiAnDayTrip #UNESCOVietnam #VietnamTravel #HiddenGemsVietnam

Just a stone’s throw from Hoi An ⏳
Step back in time at Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site hidden in a lush valley.

🏛️ Built between the 4th–13th centuries, these red-brick Hindu temples were the sacred heart of the Champa Kingdom, mainly dedicated to the god Shiva.

✨ Mỹ = beautiful | Sơn = mountain
Once home to over 70 intricately carved temples, the site reflects Hindu mythology, royal power, and spiritual life.

🪷 Today, Mỹ Sơn stands as one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric historic sites—and a perfect day trip from Hoi An.

#MySonSanctuary #HoiAnDayTrip #UNESCOVietnam #VietnamTravel #HiddenGemsVietnam

Hoi An, Vietnam 🇻🇳 one of my whole-hearted favorites! 🏮

Reasons to visit:

✨ Lantern-lit nights & golden streets
🧵 Tailors everywhere — custom pieces in days
🍜 Local food delicacies you’ll fall in love with, plus the best bánh mi all over the country
🚲 Slow mornings, rice fields & beach rides
🌿 Easy day trips to Da Nang & My Son Sanctuary

#HoiAn #VietnamTravel #TravelReels #Wanderlust #BucketListTravel

Hoi An, Vietnam 🇻🇳 one of my whole-hearted favorites! 🏮

Reasons to visit:

✨ Lantern-lit nights & golden streets
🧵 Tailors everywhere — custom pieces in days
🍜 Local food delicacies you’ll fall in love with, plus the best bánh mi all over the country
🚲 Slow mornings, rice fields & beach rides
🌿 Easy day trips to Da Nang & My Son Sanctuary

#HoiAn #VietnamTravel #TravelReels #Wanderlust #BucketListTravel

Da Nang is one of those places that has everything — beach days, incredible food, and easy access to some of Vietnam’s most beautiful sights 🇻🇳

🍜 Where to eat: from local street food and bánh mì spots to seafood restaurants along the coast, Da Nang is a dream for food lovers. Don’t miss fresh mì quảng, seafood of all kinds, and cozy cafés tucked around the city.

📍 What to see: Marble Mountains, the Dragon Bridge (especially at night), Ba Na Hills are all worth adding to your list.

🗓 Best time to visit: March to August for sunny weather and beach days. September–November brings rain, but fewer crowds and cooler temps.

✨ Good to know: Da Nang is a perfect base for day trips to Hoi An and Hue.

Save this for your Vietnam travels and follow for more 💛
 #DaNangTravel #VietnamEats#DaNangFood #VisitVietnam #SoutheastAsiaTravel

Da Nang is one of those places that has everything — beach days, incredible food, and easy access to some of Vietnam’s most beautiful sights 🇻🇳

🍜 Where to eat: from local street food and bánh mì spots to seafood restaurants along the coast, Da Nang is a dream for food lovers. Don’t miss fresh mì quảng, seafood of all kinds, and cozy cafés tucked around the city.

📍 What to see: Marble Mountains, the Dragon Bridge (especially at night), Ba Na Hills are all worth adding to your list.

🗓 Best time to visit: March to August for sunny weather and beach days. September–November brings rain, but fewer crowds and cooler temps.

✨ Good to know: Da Nang is a perfect base for day trips to Hoi An and Hue.

Save this for your Vietnam travels and follow for more 💛
 #DaNangTravel #VietnamEats#DaNangFood #VisitVietnam #SoutheastAsiaTravel

Da Nang does not play when it comes to food, and neither do I. Here are some of my favorite foods.

If you’re here, don’t miss:
🍜 Mì Quảng — the signature dish of the region
🐟 Bún cá cay — spicy fish noodle soup, very Da Nang
🥩 Bò né — sizzling beef for breakfast = elite move
🦐 Fresh seafood by the coast (always a win!)

Added some ordering notes because menus don’t always love English 😉
🥣 tô = bowl | 🦐 tôm = shrimp | 🐟 cá = fish | 🌶 cay = spicy

Come hungry. Leave obsessed 🤍

#MiQuangDaNang #VietnamFoodDiary #DaNangEats #LocalVietnamFood #FoodieTravel

Da Nang does not play when it comes to food, and neither do I. Here are some of my favorite foods.

If you’re here, don’t miss:
🍜 Mì Quảng — the signature dish of the region
🐟 Bún cá cay — spicy fish noodle soup, very Da Nang
🥩 Bò né — sizzling beef for breakfast = elite move
🦐 Fresh seafood by the coast (always a win!)

Added some ordering notes because menus don’t always love English 😉
🥣 tô = bowl | 🦐 tôm = shrimp | 🐟 cá = fish | 🌶 cay = spicy

Come hungry. Leave obsessed 🤍

#MiQuangDaNang #VietnamFoodDiary #DaNangEats #LocalVietnamFood #FoodieTravel

Vietnam‘s iconic conical hats 👒 🇻🇳

The so called „nón lá“ (conical hat) is an iconic symbol for Vietnam. Yet, it is far more than a sole accessory or tourist souvenir. Worn for thousands of years, it connects modern Vietnam to its ancient past.

🎋The nón lá is traditionally made from simple, natural materials, such as dried palm leaves which are traditionally flattened with a hot stone, bamboo strips used to shape circular ribs, silk or cotton thread for stitching the leaves onto the frame, and lastly silk or cloth straps ensuring to keep the hat in place.

🕟It takes up 6 to 8hrs to finish one hat by hand. More elaborate versions—like hand-crafted paintings, or the „nón bài thơ“ (hidden poems or extra-fine stitching) can take up to a full day or longer.

🌤️⛈️The hats are not only perfectly designed for Vietnam’s hot sun and monsoon rains; since worn by everyone over centuries, the nón lá became a shared cultural image of the Vietnamese people, which endured until today.

#NonLa #VietnamCulture #VietnamHeritage
#TraditionalCraft #SoutheastAsia

Vietnam‘s iconic conical hats 👒 🇻🇳

The so called „nón lá“ (conical hat) is an iconic symbol for Vietnam. Yet, it is far more than a sole accessory or tourist souvenir. Worn for thousands of years, it connects modern Vietnam to its ancient past.

🎋The nón lá is traditionally made from simple, natural materials, such as dried palm leaves which are traditionally flattened with a hot stone, bamboo strips used to shape circular ribs, silk or cotton thread for stitching the leaves onto the frame, and lastly silk or cloth straps ensuring to keep the hat in place.

🕟It takes up 6 to 8hrs to finish one hat by hand. More elaborate versions—like hand-crafted paintings, or the „nón bài thơ“ (hidden poems or extra-fine stitching) can take up to a full day or longer.

🌤️⛈️The hats are not only perfectly designed for Vietnam’s hot sun and monsoon rains; since worn by everyone over centuries, the nón lá became a shared cultural image of the Vietnamese people, which endured until today.

#NonLa #VietnamCulture #VietnamHeritage
#TraditionalCraft #SoutheastAsia

Welcome to Da Nang! 🇻🇳

A city of charm, sea salt and sun. Da Nang ist the Vietnamese Miami, perfect for a short time-out. From lush greeneries to Rocky Mountain caves, theme park attractions up to beautiful seafood variations- Da Nang has it all! 🌊☀️🏖️

#DaNang #VietnamTravel #BeachCity #MarbleMountains #SoutheastAsia

Welcome to Da Nang! 🇻🇳

A city of charm, sea salt and sun. Da Nang ist the Vietnamese Miami, perfect for a short time-out. From lush greeneries to Rocky Mountain caves, theme park attractions up to beautiful seafood variations- Da Nang has it all! 🌊☀️🏖️

#DaNang #VietnamTravel #BeachCity #MarbleMountains #SoutheastAsia

Mist rolling over emerald terraces, quiet mountain paths, and moments that slow time—Sa Pa is pure magic. 🌿✨
#Sapa #VietnamTravel #MountainViews #TravelMoments Wanderlust

Mist rolling over emerald terraces, quiet mountain paths, and moments that slow time�—Sa Pa is pure magic. 🌿✨
#Sapa #VietnamTravel #MountainViews #TravelMoments Wanderlust

Hanoi has my heart — and my appetite 🍜
 Pho for breakfast, bun cha for lunch, egg coffee always ☕️ a city of organized chaos that you won’t regret to immerse into!
 Day trips to surrounding areas, including limestone dreams in Ninh Binh or Halong Bay are optional, but recommended. Enjoy!   #HanoiDiaries #EatYourWayHanoi #VietnamVibes #HanoiItinerary #WanderAsia

Hanoi has my heart — and my appetite 🍜
 Pho for breakfast, bun cha for lunch, egg coffee always ☕️ a city of organized chaos that you won’t regret to immerse into!
 Day trips to surrounding areas, including limestone dreams in Ninh Binh or Halong Bay are optional, but recommended. Enjoy!   #HanoiDiaries #EatYourWayHanoi #VietnamVibes #HanoiItinerary #WanderAsia

🌆Hanoi is just another city…

Are you sure? You decide.

#HanoiVibes #MoreThanACity #HanoiLife #VietnamDiaries #CityWithSoul

🌆Hanoi is just another city…

Are you sure? You decide.

#HanoiVibes #MoreThanACity #HanoiLife #VietnamDiaries #CityWithSoul

🥢Hanoi on a Plate? 🍲

I got you! I’ve been eating my way through, so you don’t have to 😋

These dishes are typical, iconic and unforgettably flavourful. Have a bite and leave your thoughts 😌

#HanoiFood #VietnamEats #StreetFoodLovers #EatTheWorld #TasteOfVietnam

🥢Hanoi on a Plate? 🍲

I got you! I’ve been eating my way through, so you don’t have to 😋

These dishes are typical, iconic and unforgettably flavourful. Have a bite and leave your thoughts 😌

#HanoiFood #VietnamEats #StreetFoodLovers #EatTheWorld #TasteOfVietnam

✨ Nara in a Day- 4 Things to Do✨ A quick and convenient escape from Osaka city directly brings you to Nara. A small, serene and unforgettable must-do day trip for your itinerary.

1️⃣ Watch fresh Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou (every 30min) 🍡

2️⃣ Meet the Sacred Deer in Nara Park; friendly and cheeky, roaming around freely. Bow, and they bow back! 🦌

3️⃣ Explore Ancient Temples & Shrines: from towering wooden halls to peaceful pathways in the middle of the forest, uncountable places, including gardens, can be visited (mostly for a small entrance fee). Todai-ji, Kofuku-ji or Kasuga Shrine are only a few examples to mention. Play attention to photo taking rules and behave appropriately in respective premises. 🏛️

4️⃣ Dive into the world of Buddhism by visiting the free-of-charge exhibition at Nara National Museum. Taking the escalator one floor down from the actual museum entrance directly leads you to a fascinating interactive showroom with lots of background knowledge regarding Buddhism, its sacred figures, gestures, postures, clothing and connected meanings. 🪷

Nara might be small but contains plentiful things do and see, so take at least half a day to explore at your own pace 💫

✨ Nara in a Day- 4 Things to Do✨ A quick and convenient escape from Osaka city directly brings you to Nara. A small, serene and unforgettable must-do day trip for your itinerary.

1️⃣ Watch fresh Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou (every 30min) 🍡

2️⃣ Meet the Sacred Deer in Nara Park; friendly and cheeky, roaming around freely. Bow, and they bow back! 🦌

3️⃣ Explore Ancient Temples & Shrines: from towering wooden halls to peaceful pathways in the middle of the forest, uncountable places, including gardens, can be visited (mostly for a small entrance fee). Todai-ji, Kofuku-ji or Kasuga Shrine are only a few examples to mention. Play attention to photo taking rules and behave appropriately in respective premises. 🏛️

4️⃣ Dive into the world of Buddhism by visiting the free-of-charge exhibition at Nara National Museum. Taking the escalator one floor down from the actual museum entrance directly leads you to a fascinating interactive showroom with lots of background knowledge regarding Buddhism, its sacred figures, gestures, postures, clothing and connected meanings. 🪷

Nara might be small but contains plentiful things do and see, so take at least half a day to explore at your own pace 💫

🎏Tokyo is a true treasure, holding surprises , culinary highlights and a never ending energy behind every corner. 🗼

Having spent ten days in the hustle and bustle of the city, I’ve tried capturing all memorable experiences in motion📽️✈️

If you want to learn- and read more aboutTokyo’s sightseeing highlights, hidden gems, top places to eat, as well as recommendable day trips and travel itinerary suggestions, check out my travel blog for more information.
Link in bio ✍️

#tokyojapan #tokyotravel #tokyovlog #travelexperiences

🎏Tokyo is a true treasure, holding surprises , culinary highlights and a never ending energy behind every corner. 🗼

Having spent ten days in the hustle and bustle of the city, I’ve tried capturing all memorable experiences in motion📽️✈️

If you want to learn- and read more aboutTokyo’s sightseeing highlights, hidden gems, top places to eat, as well as recommendable day trips and travel itinerary suggestions, check out my travel blog for more information.
Link in bio ✍️

#tokyojapan #tokyotravel #tokyovlog #travelexperiences

🌸 Welcome to Uji — a hidden gem just 30min. outside Kyoto, heart of Japan’s matcha culture 🍵💚

An enchanted little town with narrow alleys, beautiful scenery, filled with life and plenty of cultural heritage awaiting to be discovered.

Dive into a paradise of matcha specialties, featuring soaps, candles, candies, ramen, ice creams, coffee specialties and much more, eg by stopping at Tsuen Tea or Nakamjra Tokichi 🍜 🫖 🍭

Take some additional time to explore the stunning Byōdō-in Temple 🏯, wander along the peaceful Uji River, across Uji Bridge, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony in Japan’s oldest tea town 🌿 ✨

#japantravel #uji #matchalover #matchamagic # teaculture #kyotosaytrip #travelrecommendations #experiencingintercultures

🌸 Welcome to Uji — a hidden gem just 30min. outside Kyoto, heart of Japan’s matcha culture 🍵💚

An enchanted little town with narrow alleys, beautiful scenery, filled with life and plenty of cultural heritage awaiting to be discovered.

Dive into a paradise of matcha specialties, featuring soaps, candles, candies, ramen, ice creams, coffee specialties and much more, eg by stopping at Tsuen Tea or Nakamjra Tokichi 🍜 🫖 🍭

Take some additional time to explore the stunning Byōdō-in Temple 🏯, wander along the peaceful Uji River, across Uji Bridge, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony in Japan’s oldest tea town 🌿 ✨

#japantravel #uji #matchalover #matchamagic # teaculture #kyotosaytrip #travelrecommendations #experiencingintercultures

Need some inspo for Tokyo‘s best food spots? 🍜

Check out my blog for the best affordable options covering both sweet and savory delicacies, including prices & and where to find them 👊🏽
Link in bio!

#tokyoeats #tokyojapan #tokyofoods #tokyohighlights #experiencingintercultures

Need some inspo for Tokyo‘s best food spots? 🍜

Check out my blog for the best affordable options covering both sweet and savory delicacies, including prices & and where to find them 👊🏽
Link in bio!

#tokyoeats #tokyojapan #tokyofoods #tokyohighlights #experiencingintercultures

🌳🎋Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is stated as one of the major tourist attractions when visiting Kyoto. Located north of the city, at the foot of “storm mountains”, the city is a famous tourist magnet, flooded with visitors of all ages.

⁉️Is it worth a visit?
🛑To me personally it’s not a must-see. Why? Because it is “just another forest with bamboo”. Yes, the path you walk along is beautiful but also quite short and nothing special if you’ve seen bamboo before.
Since I have seen and walked through several bamboo areas and gardens before, eg in Hawaii, Arashiyama was “nice to see” but certainly not a “must-see” place.

Considering the time you spend getting to- and back from Arashiyama, also taking into consideration how much time you are planing on staying in kyoto, I’d recommend to focus on other sightseeing attractions first to not lose too much time.

If you go 👇

🔹If you would like to enjoy a peaceful and less hectic experience, I recommend to visit Arashiyama very early in the morning around 6- 8am, as past these times the number of visitors sequentially increases to a point where you cannot even walk anymore through the forests.

🔹The park is open 24/7 and admission is free.

🔹Once walking downhill, cross the “Togetsukyo Bridge”, which is one of Arashiyama’s most known landmarks. Stroll through several souvenir shops and restaurants. You can also rent a bike or boat on a sunny day 🛶

🔹Most temples in the surrounding areas require entrance fees; the same applies for monkey park, if you want to stop by.
In case you are planning on visiting the famous “moss temple”, you are required to make a reservation in advance 1 day up to two weeks.

Let me know in the comments whether you consider(ed) Arashiyama worth visiting 👊🏽

#arashiyamajapan #kyotojapan #sightseeingrecommendation #discoverjapan #explorejapan #experiencejapan #experiencingintercultures #solotravel

🌳🎋Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is stated as one of the major tourist attractions when visiting Kyoto. Located north of the city, at the foot of “storm mountains”, the city is a famous tourist magnet, flooded with visitors of all ages.

⁉️Is it worth a visit?
🛑To me personally it’s not a must-see. Why? Because it is “just another forest with bamboo”. Yes, the path you walk along is beautiful but also quite short and nothing special if you’ve seen bamboo before.
Since I have seen and walked through several bamboo areas and gardens before, eg in Hawaii, Arashiyama was “nice to see” but certainly not a “must-see” place.

Considering the time you spend getting to- and back from Arashiyama, also taking into consideration how much time you are planing on staying in kyoto, I’d recommend to focus on other sightseeing attractions first to not lose too much time.

If you go 👇

🔹If you would like to enjoy a peaceful and less hectic experience, I recommend to visit Arashiyama very early in the morning around 6- 8am, as past these times the number of visitors sequentially increases to a point where you cannot even walk anymore through the forests.

🔹The park is open 24/7 and admission is free.

🔹Once walking downhill, cross the “Togetsukyo Bridge”, which is one of Arashiyama’s most known landmarks. Stroll through several souvenir shops and restaurants. You can also rent a bike or boat on a sunny day 🛶

🔹Most temples in the surrounding areas require entrance fees; the same applies for monkey park, if you want to stop by.
In case you are planning on visiting the famous “moss temple”, you are required to make a reservation in advance 1 day up to two weeks.

Let me know in the comments whether you consider(ed) Arashiyama worth visiting 👊🏽

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Katsuoji Temple 🌸 also known as „Temple of Winning Luck“ or „Temple of of Winning Dharma“.

🙏A unique place in the prefecture of Osaka, worshiped for over 1300 years. The beautiful surroundings are to be found in Minoo, roughlynone hour north of the city of Osaka.

🧎‍♀️Both locals and tourist come here to treasure and worship this place, praying to master different challenges of life- from finding true love to passing exams, being successful in business, curing diseases, etc.

🪆The „daruma dolls“ placed all over the premises are sacrifices brought by believers whose dreams came true.
A both magical and spiritual experience you should not miss out on when visiting Osaka!

🍀Katsuoji is known as a temple helping you win in every aspect of life, making your deepest desires and wishes come true.

🚆 How to get there: take a train to Senri-Chuo-Station and hop on the bus to get to Latsuojo-mae (mind the timeschedule of buses, as they only run a few times a day).

🎟️Entrance fee: 500 Yen

#osakajapan #discoverjapan #experiencejapan #explorejapan #traveljapan #osaka #osakakatsuoji #osakatravel #osakatrip #solotravel

Katsuoji Temple 🌸 also known as „Temple of Winning Luck“ or „Temple of of Winning Dharma“.

🙏A unique place in the prefecture of Osaka, worshiped for over 1300 years. The beautiful surroundings are to be found in Minoo, roughlynone hour north of the city of Osaka.

🧎‍♀️Both locals and tourist come here to treasure and worship this place, praying to master different challenges of life- from finding true love to passing exams, being successful in business, curing diseases, etc.

🪆The „daruma dolls“ placed all over the premises are sacrifices brought by believers whose dreams came true.
A both magical and spiritual experience you should not miss out on when visiting Osaka!

🍀Katsuoji is known as a temple helping you win in every aspect of life, making your deepest desires and wishes come true.

🚆 How to get there: take a train to Senri-Chuo-Station and hop on the bus to get to Latsuojo-mae (mind the timeschedule of buses, as they only run a few times a day).

🎟️Entrance fee: 500 Yen

#osakajapan #discoverjapan #experiencejapan #explorejapan #traveljapan #osaka #osakakatsuoji #osakatravel #osakatrip #solotravel

There’s just too much to try 😭

#japanfood #japaneats #japanfoodvlog#kyoto #Tokyo #traveljapan #discoverjapan #experiencejapan #solotravel

There’s just too much to try 😭

#japanfood #japaneats #japanfoodvlog#kyoto #Tokyo #traveljapan #discoverjapan #experiencejapan #solotravel

🍸 Fushimi Sake Village 🍸

👉 Are you a sake-expert, want to become one or are just looking for a fun activity to integrate into your Kyoto visit? Then the Sake Brewery Village shall not be missed on your bucket list!

📍The Sake Brewery Village is situated in the traditional & charming Fushimi Sake Brewery District along the Horikawa River.

🥃 Stop by for a round of pure sake tasting from a total of 18 different breweries, ranging from sweet to dry, or get a combo tasting set with 9 sakes and some Dim Sum-like appetizers to enjoy along the side.
Of course you can also try single shots. Just as you prefer.

🔥 My personal favorites:
👉“Toyosawa Honten” and “Joyo Suzho”😋

Let me know yours 🙌🏽

#kyotojapan #kyoto #kyotosake #kyotosakedistrict #fushimisake #fushimisakevillage #saketasting #kyotosaketasting #travelrecommendations #traveljapan #discoverjapan #experiencejapan #solotravel

🍸 Fushimi Sake Village 🍸

👉 Are you a sake-expert, want to become one or are just looking for a fun activity to integrate into your Kyoto visit? Then the Sake Brewery Village shall not be missed on your bucket list!

📍The Sake Brewery Village is situated in the traditional & charming Fushimi Sake Brewery District along the Horikawa River.

🥃 Stop by for a round of pure sake tasting from a total of 18 different breweries, ranging from sweet to dry, or get a combo tasting set with 9 sakes and some Dim Sum-like appetizers to enjoy along the side.
Of course you can also try single shots. Just as you prefer.

🔥 My personal favorites:
👉“Toyosawa Honten” and “Joyo Suzho”😋

Let me know yours 🙌🏽

#kyotojapan #kyoto #kyotosake #kyotosakedistrict #fushimisake #fushimisakevillage #saketasting #kyotosaketasting #travelrecommendations #traveljapan #discoverjapan #experiencejapan #solotravel

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