Seafood at Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo

Vendor using a blowtorch to prepare a seafood dish at Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo

On my first trip to Japan, I spent one day in Tokyo.  I had two things on my list, the first was to bath in the neon of Shibuya, the second was to eat some of the best street food in the world at the famous Tsukiji fish market.   The dish pictured was one […]

Off-Hours Tourism in Japan: Play to Your Strengths

Illuminated five-story pagoda at Senso-ji Temple in Tokyo during an evening visit

Recently, I’ve seen so many articles and videos about how difficult Japan is for Life Experienced Travelers, especially those over 65. The perceived hurdles include stairs (most temples require stairs), all those steps (yes, there will be more than you are used to), and unfamiliar foods (yes, and that’s a good thing). However, each of […]