Where next? Is a question travellers ask themselves frequently, and at any point from deep within a current trip, to however long after it takes after to recover from it.
There are many different ways to travel. My first travel blog, Where Next Australia, documented a road-trip around the Great Southern Land as I saw my home country in the same way that many international tourists do: at speed, compromising between must-sees and might-see-laters, and experiencing a mixture of travel exhaustion and euphoria.
Living in Japan from 2006, we have been able to take slower pace, day-tripping and overnighting through 46 of the 47 prefectures (will get to Okinawa eventually), enjoying the variety each season brings, the food and the festivals. Where Next Japan will showcase my photography and impressions of the destinations we visit, as well as try and give some practical access and price information (which of course, can change at any time).
Where next? Is also a question regarding Japan’s future post the 3.11 disaster which proved how vulnerable and dangerous nuclear power is. I believe in the people of Japan’s resiliency, though I have grave concerns about the ability of the government and industry to protect human life in this country. The next few years will be difficult ones for Japan, and I, along with many other commentators and citizens, can’t be certain which direction the country will go.
I hope you enjoy reading my blog. Please note that all photos, unless stated, are my original work and copyrighted. To use them, please contact me through this blog, and be sure to give credit.
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WAY TO LIVE!! 🙂
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And *I’ve* nominated you for the Interesting Blog Award: http://midmus.wordpress.com/2013/05/07/wow-gosh-blimey/
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Hey! Thanks for following back 🙂 Your photos are fantastic!!
I’ve discovered we have a few things in common… both from Australia,living in Japan, sat JLPT-N3, and, sadly, both affected by the earthquake. I was in Koryiama at the time and had to relocate, too. Can’t believe it’s been over 2 years, hey.
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No worries ^^ I really enjoyed reading your posts~ It is hard to believe 2 years have passed. Koriyama is such a beautiful city, too >< Tokyo is a pretty cool place too be though ^^
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I have several friends living in Tokyo and your blog brought back some memories. You’ve got quality posts here!
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Thank you so much! Japan is definitely a place that sticks in the mind ^^
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I was just there a month ago! I was in Saga, then Nagasaki, and then Beppu!
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All great places! Did you go into the hot springs at Beppu? Or just enjoy all the weird colours?
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I went to the hot springs and all of the 7 weird colors!
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look forward to exploring your blog…. after visiting Japan we’re hooked 🙂
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Thanks! Japan is an addictive country~ I have found attempts to leave unsuccessful. 😛
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Hello! Thank you for visiting my blog. I am a Japanophile, so I look forward to exploring yours!
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Thanks Lillian! I look forward to getting some more writing tips from your blog too ^^
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You’re welcome. I aim to please!
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Hey, I was hoping to get in touch regarding getting permission to use photos for an article. Could you email me back at press@suitcasemag.com to talk more? Thanks – Anita
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