The Fascinating Underwater Topography of Miyakojima
Some divers prefer to take it easy, cruising over carpets of coral and taking in the colorful scenery and tropical fish while the sunlight penetrates...
By Bonnie Waycott
April 9, 2015 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Guam: Something for Everyone
Long thought of as a “poor man’s Hawaii,” the beautiful island of Guam is a hidden gem in the Pacific waiting for you to discover....
By Cheryl White
March 19, 2015 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Kurokawa Hot Spring Village, Kyushu
The charming hot spring village of Kurokawa in Kyushu is such a gem that I had a dilemma about whether or not I wanted to...
By Joanna Pearce
February 12, 2015 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Rich Land, History and Culture in the Oki Islands
Spectacular views, horses and cows grazing in the distance, fascinating rock formations and delicious seafood are just some of the things you can find on...
By Bonnie Waycott
February 6, 2015 |
Lifestyle, Out & About
Spend a Night at Gatsby’s Mansion
Admit it. You were secretly (or, perhaps, not-so-secretly) jealous of Carey Mulligan and Leonardo DiCaprio when you saw them dancing, drinking, and partying the night...
By The Savvy Team
January 19, 2015 |
Lifestyle
The Oki Islands: Diving into the Sea of Japan
Enter the underwater realm of the Sea of Japan and you are sure to notice certain things. First, there is the environment that surrounds you,...
By Bonnie Waycott
January 8, 2015 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Taking It Slow in Hakone
Life in any big city tends to bring with it a whirlwind of business meetings, deadlines, social functions, and other commitments. Tokyo often seems to...
By Kelly Wetherille
December 18, 2014 |
Lifestyle, Out & About
The Ultimate in Japanese Foundations
Japanese cosmetics. The phrase alone conjures the formidable reputation this country holds in the beauty industry, and for good reason. Innovative, stylish, and high quality,...
By Cynthia Popper
November 28, 2014 |
Health & Beauty
Hoi An: A Magic Getaway
Vietnam. As far as holiday destinations, it’s an occasionally overlooked pick. While many Tokyoites head to Thailand or Indonesia to play in the sand, Hoi...
By Cynthia Popper
October 10, 2014 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Kansai Diving: Exploring The Waters Off Wakayama
If you're curious about diving in Kansai, you might want to check out the southern curve of Wakayama prefecture. Kushimoto is a scene of fishing...
By Bonnie Waycott
September 11, 2014 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Sapporo: The Savvy Insider’s Guide
Located on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido, Sapporo is often portrayed as a cold, snowy and remote city most famous for the 1972 Winter Olympics...
By Sandra Mileo
August 21, 2014 |
Lifestyle, Out & About