Road trip begins on US Hwy 101
Apr 27

Road trip begins on US Hwy 101

US Hwy 101 was our moving “destination” on our way to San Francisco, California. Highlights including Haystack Rock, Devil’s Punch Bowl, and Thor’s Well

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Hammock and Shelter review
Apr 25

Hammock and Shelter review

Overall impression of the Nube combo package:  We LOVE this set up!  We will be selling the tent we purchased prior to finding this perfect home away from home. We found it very hard to spend money on a hotel when we knew we would sleep horribly on a bed or ground (compared to our…

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Tokyo Attractions
Apr 24

Tokyo Attractions

Events and happenings are aplenty, especially Tokyo Attractions. Below are some hints and tips about where to stay, urban camp, save money, and visit in and around Tokyo. Saving Money in Tokyo Finding food After 5 pm many grocery chains will discount all of the prepared food. This means cheaper sushi, noodles, and rice in…

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Industrial Osaka
Apr 23

Industrial Osaka

We had yet to visit Osaka; we had a couple of attractions we wanted to visit; the Tempozan Ferris Wheel, Umeda Sky Garden, and the Cup on Noodle Museum.

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Himeji Castle and Food
Apr 21

Himeji Castle and Food

Himeji Castle was a wondrous place to sleep, explore, and learn about. We ventured about the grounds, bought breakfast from a friendly local vendor.

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Attack by Nara Deer
Apr 20

Attack by Nara Deer

Kyoto was an amazing experience, but it was time to move on. Nara was close by and was famous for their native deer. On to Nara we rode!

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Kyoto the Land of Geisha
Apr 18

Kyoto the Land of Geisha

Kyoto Pontocho Geisha dance and tea ceremony topped off the end of our sixth day Japan with our Hammocks set up behind a centrally located Shrine.

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