A Serene Overnight Stay at Oyado Uraku, a Quaint Ryokan in Yufuin, Oita

This post continues the narrative of my trip and serene overnight stay at Oyado Uraku, a quaint Ryokan in Yufuin, Oita. In my previous entry, I provided an overview of the experience. Now, I’d like to delve deeper into the details of my stay. I mentioned that the trip marked our wedding anniversary, and myContinue reading “A Serene Overnight Stay at Oyado Uraku, a Quaint Ryokan in Yufuin, Oita”

Reflecting on Scenic Train Rides and Inner Musings

Train rides, especially longer ones, allow us to be imaginative with our thoughts. Sitting comfortably in your seat while watching the views outside as the train glides along the tracks past scenic landscapes is a perfect time for introspection if not a mundane one. Yesterday, I embarked on an extensive train journey, spanning from TokyoContinue reading “Reflecting on Scenic Train Rides and Inner Musings”

A Charming Overnight Escapade in Yufuin, Oita

To celebrate our wedding anniversary, my husband arranged a charming overnight escapade in Oita Prefecture, specifically in the town of Yufuin. Yufuin is one of the most frequented towns of Oita for travelers. Just like the rest, it also boasts hot spring spas, grasslands, and majestic mountains. What to do on an overnight trip toContinue reading “A Charming Overnight Escapade in Yufuin, Oita”