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The Sakura trees of Aoyama
Aoyama Cemetery is a Tokyo curiosity and, in my opinion, one of the most pleasant spots to admire the Sakura blossoms in spring. It’s not one of the capital’s best-known addresses, but it’s…
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Hiking in Takamizuyama
With May just around the corner, the shades of green in the foliage are putting on a show. I take advantage of a fine day to return on a hike I particularly enjoy…
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In the shadow of Miyakejima’s giant
Here I am, back for three days of discoveries on another of Tokyo’s islands. Miyakejima covers an area of 55 km2 and is home to an active volcano. It therefore has certain particularities…
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Drifts of a budding surfer
I remember my first surfing lesson. It was with some excitement that I put on my wetsuit and set off to meet the Breton waves. It was windy and rainy. We warmed up…
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Tanukiko, a little paradise at the foot of Fuji San
A beautiful weekend is coming up and I decide to go camping. I chose Tanukiko as my destination. It’s a lake dominated by mountains and the majestic Fuji San. Getting there by public…
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Minamisouma surf festival
Riding the wave to recovery. It’s a slogan that I find perfectly suited to illustrate the surf festival which is back in action in Minamisouma after the ordeals that the town, as well…
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Todoroki Valley
It’s shaping up to be a mild, sunny day, and I’m keen to do some walking without straying too far from Tokyo. So I set off in the early afternoon for Todoroki Valley.…
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Introducing
Like shabu shabu, a kind of Japanese pot-au-feu, I offer you a mix of experiences served up in my own way, to share with you the delights of my expatriate life. From experiences…
