Sapporo

We finally made it to Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan. Even though winter had technically finished, snow was still everywhere.

Cosplay Festival

Every year, in the geeky district of Osaka, there is a huge cosplay festival. Hundreds of people come dress up as their favourite anime characters - usually wearing homemade costumes - and pose for everybody in the street.

Ise Grand Shrine

Together with our friend Arisa, we visited Ise Shrine. We had been told that we must visit this spiritual place before we leave Japan as it is one of the most important shrines in Japan.

Sumo

Every March, the sumo comes to Osaka. We went last year when my mum was here, and although I didn't post about it we had a great time. We knew that we had to return once more.

Boys in Nara!

We also took the boys to Nara Park - perhaps the best place to go sightseeing in Kansai.

Boys in Osaka

Our friends came to Japan! First Louis and Josh came, and Tommy joined us a few days later. We had a lot of fun exploring Kansai, eating, doing karaoke, playing arcade games and drinking.

Wakayama Adventure World!

We went to Wakayama Adventure World last year and had a great time. Link here!! Recently, 2 baby pandas were born.. so we had to visit again.