Asia Archives

20/08/202022/01/2022Vietnam by Len Kagami

Hoi An: The Beauty of an Ancient Port Town

Hoi An is a jewel on Vietnam’s cultural crown. It boasts one of South East Asia’s best preserved port towns where a mix of cultures thrives.

The restored hallway in Purple Forbidden City

12/08/202022/01/2022Vietnam by Len Kagami

Hue: The Imperial Heart of Vietnam

Hue is the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Its palaces and elaborate mausoleums still resonate with the glories of the Nguyen dynasty.

09/07/202012/04/2022Taiwan by Len Kagami

Hoshinoya Guguan: Healing in the Forest

Setting against the backdrop of verdant mountains, Hoshinoya Guguan is one of Taiwan’s newest and most luxurious hot spring resorts.

02/07/202022/01/2022Taiwan by Len Kagami

Sun Moon Lake: A Gem at the Heart of Taiwan

Taiwan is brimming with natural attractions yet few captivate the masses like Sun Moon Lake. This gem boasts a poetic beauty created by mountains and water.

11/06/202017/04/2022Taiwan by Len Kagami

Taichung City: Discover Taiwan’s Cultural Center

Outshone by Taipei, Taichung City is often excluded from the itinerary of many visitors. But what they do miss is a city rich in art and culture.

04/06/202022/01/2022Taiwan by Len Kagami

Taipei: A Weekend in the City of Contrast

To me, Taipei seems like a city of contrast. Here, ancient temples and traditional night markets coexist peacefully with the modern skyline.

16/05/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Ryokan and the Japanese Hospitality

To put it simply, a ryokan is a Japanese-style inn. It’s an embodiment of Japanese lifestyle which was treasured and passed down over generations.

09/05/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Nara: The Ancient Capital of Japan

To many visitors, Nara is a mere day-trip destination. However, as Japan’s first permanent capital, Nara boasts many important scenic and historical sites.

Each page of the goshuinchō is a different painting

02/05/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Goshuinchō: A Unique Souvenir from Japan

A goshuinchō is literally a book of seals. It’s used to collect stamps from shrines and temples throughout Japan. While its religious meaning still exists, many view it as a unique way to document their journey.

25/04/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Kurashiki: The Town of Old Storehouses

With white-walled storehouse lined along a delightful canal, the historic quarter of Kurashiki is a rare piece of old Japan that still exists.

15/04/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Hiroshima: The Hope of A Nuclear-Free World

To most people, Hiroshima recalls an ill-fated city. But if you visit the city today, you will surprise to see how it has transformed into a symbol of hope.

08/04/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Miyajima: On the Island of the Sea Goddesses

Home of the sea goddesses, Miyajima has long been treated as a sacred site. The island is known for its grand shrine that seems floating over the waves.

01/04/202022/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Admire The Transient Beauty of Sakura

Pure and elegant, sakura has long been an important part of Japanese culture. Yet this beauty is short-lived, reminding us of the ephemeral nature of life.

25/03/202023/01/2022Japan by Len Kagami

Kōyasan: A Trip to the Sacred Mountain

Green and soothingly beautiful, Kōyasan has long been known as one of Japan’s holiest sites. It’s here that Shingon Buddhism was established 1200 years ago.