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Simon Rowe seeks serenity and a satisfying meal alongside the monks of Koya-san.
Renowned for its legendary temples and manicured gardens, Kyoto is one of Japan’s top tourist destinations. Simon Rowe steps off the beaten path and delves into the ancient city’s more charming corners.
Old-world fishing villages, a cast of crusty characters, and Japan’s best octopus make Seto Inland Sea the place for epicures and adventurers. Simon Rowe sets sail.
Stephen Mansfield ventures into the picturesque calderas of Kyushu’s Aso-Kuju National Park.
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on November 2009 PEPY (Protect the…
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on November 2009 After producing guides…
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