Japan: Yamanashi, Kawagoe, Tokyo - 8 days Itinerary and Expenses
Thanks to Cebu Pacific for finally having a direct flight from Manila to Sapporo. This skips the waiting game at the airport since there's no need for connecting flights from other entry points like Tokyo or Osaka.
Travel Date: 15-20 March, 2025
Japan: Mie Prefecture - 7 days Itinerary and Expenses
First time we have visited Mie is on spring of 2019 (year before the global lockdown). It was a bus trip away from Nagoya station to Nabana no Sato.
This time (2024), I'd like to try to visit Japan during summer, season for blooming irises (Hanashobu) and hydrangea (Ajisai). For month of June, I'd say early morning and late afternoon is still cold with strong winds. Midday may already be hot with striking sunlight. There are few rain showers so better bring a light jacket and umbrella.
Coming from Manila, there are four airports to choose from and Nagoya has the most affordable in-bound flight during the search period, so I gave it a shot. This will be my fifth time to inbound in Chubu Centrair International Airport.