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Our First Guest Podcast!

In June I received an email from Ari and Aki of Japan Travel Pros inviting us to be guests on one of their upcoming podcasts.  It was a thrill to be asked by someone so knowledgeable residing in Japan who considered us worthy of being heard. Ari is an American living...

Trademarked!

After a good bit of effort and having been denied more than once, we finally received our trademark from the United States Patent and Trademark Office! Obtaining a trademark for one's business is an important step in protecting intellectual property rights.  I was...

Driving the Kiso Valley

We recently published a video of our trip through the Kiso Valley from Nagoya to Matsumoto.  It was a spectacular trip as we followed the Kiso River through the valley making an overnight stop in Agematsu. We started the trip (after a short train ride from Nagoya to...
See Tokyo From The Water

See Tokyo From The Water

Many folks don’t realize that Tokyo grew up on the water of Tokyo Bay.  Long before it became the world’s largest metropolis, it was a port city, and remains so today.  However, its lost its look and character as such because so many manmade islands have been created...

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Maritime History In Hiroshima

Maritime History In Hiroshima

Hiroshima is of course known as the first city to ever suffer the effects of an atomic weapon.  The iconic “Hiroshima Dome” is one of the most recognized images in the world.  One reason Hiroshima was a target was that it was a major naval and shipbuilding hub for...

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A Delectable Delight in Kyoto

A Delectable Delight in Kyoto

Kyoto is a world class city by any measure, and there is no shortage of scrumptious bakeries and patisseries from which to put  your sweet tooth into overdrive.  Unfortunately, Kyoto is also so popular these days that getting into one of these establishments can be a...

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A Beautiful Garden in Yokohama

A Beautiful Garden in Yokohama

For an off the beaten path experience in a stunning garden setting, we recommend visiting the Sankeien Garden Park in Yokohama.  Japan is blessed with many outstanding gardens, and the most popular such as Kenrokuen Garden in Kanazawa can get overrun with tourists. ...

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Yaesu Terrace:  Peace And Quiet In Tokyo

Yaesu Terrace: Peace And Quiet In Tokyo

Tokyo is the most populated city in the world, and it can be hard to imagine finding a place of quiet and solitude, however, if you look around and follow our lead here at Uncharted Japan, you can enjoy them.  One of our favorites is the Yaesu Terrace situated just a...

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Welcome to Uncharted Japan!

Welcome to Uncharted Japan!

Welcome to Uncharted Japan!   This is the launch of a new and exciting venture we hope all will find informational and entertaining.  We are John and Josephine Haynes and share your love and interest in Japan.  Our story is somewhat unique among those with Japan...

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