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Warning: Transfer of money scam at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

If I could sum up this story in gist, be wary if anyone approaches you for help while travelling. Always be on …

Before visiting Japan, my mental image of Japanese curry rice was a dish served with a fried pork cutlet. This is because …

Having visited the graceful Himeji Castle and eaten delicious anago don at Yamayoshi Anago in Himeji, we decided to make a half-day trip to …

While travelling in Japan, we faced a shrine and temple overload in Kyoto, and decided to cut down on historical monuments for …

If you’re in Osaka, visiting Himeji Castle is a must. The castle is an important Japanese monument which is well-known for its …

We were visiting the famous Himeji Castle in the town of Himeji (more in a later post), and had to cut short …

When travelling New South Wales, it’s easy to get caught up with the hustle of Sydney’s hectic city settings. Visiting Opera House …

If you’re looking for affordable accommodation options in Osaka, I’d recommend that you stay at Hotel Brighton City in Osaka Kitahama. It’s a …

Having Ichiran Tonkatsu Ramen in Dotonbori Osaka was the second meal of the night. Our first meal was at a Japanese barbecue …

It was my second time visiting Dotonbori in Osaka, the first having passed by during a work trip. To be honest, I …