‘The Beach’ is a local Surf contest held at Kisakihama, Miyazaki. A great venue to experience the local vibe on this beautiful coastline of Kyushu, The event includes a free skate section for anyone to use, live music, food/retail stalls and plenty of good vibes.
Read MoreOnly a 15 minute drive away from the chilled out beach town of Aoshima lies Kaeda Valley.
It is a forested area that has many hiking trails to choose from. At the start of the trail just after the main carpark is a great swimming spot where you will find local families setting up picnics and escaping the heat of the summer season.
Read MoreOkinawa Surf | Skate
Known for its crystal clear waters and deserted beaches, it is a popular holiday destination for both domestic Japanese and foreign tourists. When you talk about surfing in Okinawa most people don't know much information on the topic and have little knowledge about the local scene...........
Read MoreWith Tokyo being the main hub for international tourists arriving into Japan, there has been somewhat of a pilgrimage to explore the streets of Jimbocho and stock up on any necessary winter items before heading out to the slopes. Welcome to Yasakuni Dori AKA Sports shop street
Read MoreHow to apply for your Working Holiday visa in Japan. Japan is not a cheap country to travel and especially for backpackers, so what a better way to explore this country by participating in a Working Holiday Visa. This gives you the chance to travel whilst engaging in employment to fund your travels.
Read MoreSensei Genrokuro Matsunaga, one of the few sword-smiths still using traditional methods. In order to make 1 sword, about 9kg of 'Tamahagane' (melted down iron sand) is required. After the temper folding and hammering, the final weight of the sword is usually only between 800g to 1000g.
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