This post is written by Chhavi and me. I will tell you the backstory. I recently took out my Tintin figure given to me by Hassanein. We met once in Delhi and that is when he gifted the toy to me. But our connect was over the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal. While I…
My Adventures with the Tokyo Metro
I’ve always had this thing for metros. Back home, it’s my go-to way to get around—fast, reliable, no traffic. And when I travel, that habit follows me. If a city has a metro system, I’m on it. There’s something about being part of the everyday rhythm of a place—sitting quietly among locals, watching the city…
Visiting Fushimi Inari at Night could be a Better Decision
On our final day in Kyoto, my daughter Chhavi and I were determined to soak in every last moment. The city had already offered us so many beautiful memories, but we still had a few special places left to visit.We started the morning with a bit of cultural flair—Chhavi wore a lovely kimono, and I…
Midnight Diner Vibes at Kyushu Jangara in Akihabara, Tokyo
One evening in Tokyo, Alka and I found ourselves wandering the buzzing streets of Akihabara, the heart of manga culture in the city. Her daughter, my niece is fond of manga and Alka wanted to pick something for her. As the neon signs began to glow brighter and the crowds thinned a little, I noticed…
A Serendipitous Spring Stay at Mercure Yokosuka, Japan
Earlier this year, my sister and I embarked on a long-anticipated trip to Japan. The timing was intentional, it was a special birthday celebration for her in late March. What I hadn’t fully realized when I began planning was that we’d be arriving right in the middle of cherry blossom season. A happy coincidence, especially…
A Birthday Dream at Tokyo Disneyland
This is a post written by Chhavi. Chhavi has dyslexia and reading, writing and math are her enemy. But with technology, things are changing. She wrote this blog using ChatGPT. I am obviously a proud mother! Over to Chhavi, parenthesis and photos are mine! Ever since I first visited Disneyland in Hong Kong, I knew…
An Unplanned Detour to Arashiyama Bamboo Forest – Kyoto’s Green Escape
Chhavi and I had just wrapped up the scenic Sagano Romantic Train ride from Kameoka, and as the train pulled into Arashiyama, we had one of those spontaneous travel moments—we decided to hop off early. Our tickets were till Saga, but the bamboo forest was calling! First stop? A local shop just outside the station,…
Which Seat to Choose on a Delhi to Haneda Tokyo Flight for Mt. Fuji Views
If you’re like me and care deeply about the view from an airplane window, then choosing the right seat can be the difference between a regular flight and a spectacular one. Especially when you’re flying a route as scenic as Delhi to Haneda, Tokyo with the majestic Mount Fuji potentially making an appearance. Delhi to…
A Magical Evening in Kyoto: Watching a Maiko Dance and a Memorable Dinner
Kyoto is a city that breathes history and culture, and our visit there was a memorable one. My daughter, Chhavi, was especially excited about one thing—watching a Maiko dance. Maikos are apprentice geishas, known for their grace, elaborate kimonos, and traditional dance performances. The Struggle to Find Tickets As soon as we arrived in Kyoto,…
Capturing Kyoto in Pictures from a Tourists Perspective
Chhavi and I wen to Japan on a much needed vacation in October 2024. She wanted to go to Disneyland anywhere in the world. We have been to Hong Kong before. I have been to Paris with my sister, so I was not too keen to go back. US visa is way too complicated and…