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Best podcasts about nakasendo

Latest podcast episodes about nakasendo

EL VIAJERO ACCIDENTAL
Japón: Hiroshima y Valle de Kiso

EL VIAJERO ACCIDENTAL

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 9:50


En el segundo podcast de la serie que dedicamos a Japón con Pilar Monforte empezamos paseando por la ciudad de Hiroshima para navegar luego en ferry hasta el torii de Miyajima. Nuestro destino final será el Valle de Kiso para hacer la ruta Nakasendo que une Magome y Tsumago.

Japón a fondo
La ruta Nakasendo entre Magome y Tsumago

Japón a fondo

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 78:38 Transcription Available


Hace poco hablábamos en un episodio de Japonesamente sobre las rutas Gokaido y, dentro de ellas, de la Nakasendo. El tramo de esta ruta de 69 estaciones de postas que discurre entre Magome y Tsumago se ha convertido en un destino muy popular. Por eso, en este episodio te contamos cómo es la ruta, en qué sentido es mejor hacerlo para cansarte menos y cómo llegar hasta allí. Te damos varias opciones, además, para que integres en tus rutas este precioso camino lleno de naturaleza y de casas del periodo Edo en los extremos. También hablamos de lugares como Nakatsugawa o Nagiso, que usarás en tu camino hacia o desde la ruta (y el primero, además, también parte de la antigua ruta). Luego, en Japonismo mini no nos queda más remedio que hablar, además de nuevos retrasos en la inauguración de otros tramos de shinkansen, del manido sobreturismo, que parece que no exista otro tema. Tras recoger comentarios de japonistas en Discord e iVoox, hablamos de la palabra japonesa, que en este caso es "estación de descanso" y cómo la primera parte se añade luego al nombre de las poblaciones en las que comienza y termina este tramo de la ruta Nakasendo. ¡Dale al play y así te enteras de todo! Mata ne. ¿Quieres colaborar con el programa? - Colabora en Patreon - Únete a la Comunidad Japonismo - Reserva hoteles en Japón (y en todo el mundo) - Consigue seguro de viajes (¡no sólo para Japón!) - Busca los mejores vuelos - Lleva Internet (pocket wifi o SIM) - JR Pass para viajes ilimitados en tren ---- Continúa la conversación en: - Web: https://japonismo.com - Discord: https://discord.gg/hZrSa57 - Facebook: https://facebook.com/japonismo - Twitter: https://twitter.com/japonismo - Instagram: https://instagram.com/japonismo - Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/japonismo - Newsletter semanal: http://eepurl.com/di60Xn

Abroad in Japan
Walking the Historic Nakasendo Samurai Trail with special guest...Ali Plumb!

Abroad in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 39:45


The terrifically clean-pawed Ali Plumb joins Chris for the next two shows - come along for the ride! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pietro Franzese - Unconventional travellers
NAKASENDO ROAD, UNO DEGLI ITINERARI PIÙ BELLI DEL GIAPPONE: IL RACCONTO DI VIAGGIO DI CATERINA

Pietro Franzese - Unconventional travellers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 27:46


Caterina è una giornalista che scrive di enogastronomia e si occupa di comunicazione ma ha anche una grande passione che è nata da poco: la bicicletta! Da anni racconta sulla sua pagina Instagram e sul suo blog le sue avventure e recentemente ha fatto un cicloviaggio in solitaria molto particolare e dall'altra parte del mondo su un trail poco conosciuto ma fantastico: la Nakasendo Road in Giappone, che mi ha raccontato in questa chiacchierata... LE PAGINE SOCIAL DI CATERINA: INSTAGRAM ► https://www.instagram.com/caterinazanirato/ BLOG ► https://iviaggidicaterina.com/

Tabibito - voyageurs du Japon
S3 Episode 26 - Sur la route historique de Nakasendo avec Aurore

Tabibito - voyageurs du Japon

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 46:37


S3 Episode 26 – Sur la route historique de Nakasendo avec Aurore Pour ce vingt-sixième épisode, nous partons en randonnée avec Aurore, travel planner, organisatrice de voyage spécialiste du Japon et plus connue sous le nom de "Les voyages de Nekomi" ! Son choix ? Nous emmener sur une ancienne route féodale qui reliait Edo à Kyoto par la montagne : la célèbre voie de Nakasendo. Aurore nous emmène plus particulièrement sur un tronçon à proximité de Nagoya, entre les villages pittoresques de Magome et Tsumago qui ont gardé leur architecture traditionnelle. Après quelques pas, nous sommes propulsés sur cette ancienne route pavée qui reliait historiquement ces deux villages relais, utilisés par les voyageurs de l'ère Edo durant leurs navettes imposées par le shogun. Vieux moulins, auberges traditionnelles, maisons de thé, cascades et... clochettes pour éloigner les ours de la route agrémenteront votre voyage ! Au cours de ces 8 kms de marche, on oubliera en un instant l'agitation de la mégalopole japonaise pourtant toute proche.  Après nous avoir détaillé tous ses bons conseils pour accéder au sentier, la gestion des bagages pour ne pas être encombrés, nous terminons la journée dans une auberge autour d'un excellent repas local et une danse traditionnelle. Nul doute que des fantômes de rônins rôdent autour de nous : eux-aussi aimeraient partager ces quelques verres d'umeshu ! Un véritable saut dans le temps qui permet, l'espace d'un instant, d'appréhender ce que devait être la vie sur ces routes mythiques du Japon. Si vous avez aimé cet épisode et tous les bons conseils d'Aurore, elle saura assurément vous concoter un séjour aux petits oignons en fonction de vos envies, si vous avez besoin d'aide pour organiser votre propre voyage. Retrouvez-là principalement sur son site internet "Les voyages de Nekomi"  ou via son compte Instagram . Désolé pour la qualité sonore en fin d'épisode, nous avons eu quelques soucis d'enregistrement ! Bonne écoute et bon voyage ! ************************************ Chapitrage : 00:47 - intro 01:11 - Bienvenue à Aurore (Les voyages de Nekomi) 04:32 - De podologue à travel planner, la naissance d'une vocation 07:15 - Pourquoi faire appel à un.e travel planner ? 08:06 - Présentation de la rando entre Magome et Tsumago : la route Nakasendo 10:25 - Niveau de difficulté et accès au sentier 15:32 - Prendre le bus en campagne 18:28 - Les bons conseils pour la gestion des bagages  20:45 - Découverte du village de Tsumago 22:35 - Les cloches anti-ours ! 24:04 - Les curiosités à voir sur le sentier 26:06 - L'arrivée magistrale au relais de Magome 28:01 - Les autres relais de la région 29:21 - La nuit à l'auberge à Magome 33:08 - Le repas avec la danse traditionnelle de la vallée de Kiso 38:52 - Extrait sonore 39:48 - La randonnée en bref 41:34 - Les coups de coeur d'Aurore 43:58 - le mot de la fin Pour retrouver tous les lieux présentés dans cet épisode, Aurore vous propose sa carte très complète qui référence précisément chaque adresse. ************************************ Les coups de coeur (culinaires !) d'Aurore :  - Les blogs à vos baguettes et just one cookbook  - Osara, les ateliers à domicile de cuisine japonaise ************************************  Nous remercions Yannick de La Feuille - production sonore & sound design qui a créé notre générique et nos jingles, et pour son aide précieuse au cours des premiers enregistrements. Suivez-nous en images sur le compte Instagram du podcast : @podcast.tabibito  

VOV - Sự kiện và Bàn luận
Tạp chí Văn hóa Quốc tế

VOV - Sự kiện và Bàn luận

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 10:42


- Nghề dệt thảm len truyền thống ở Maroc. - Con đường huyền thoại Nakasendo với những giá trị lịch sử lâu đời ở Nhật Bản --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vov1sukien/support

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TOKYOMETRO
Khám phá vẻ đẹp của “con đường tơ lụa” Nhật Bản

TOKYOMETRO

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 1:59


Lịch sử hình thành và phát triển Nakasendo nằm ở thung lũng Kiso, miền nam tỉnh Nagano, là tuyến đường bộ có từ thế kỷ 17. … Khám phá vẻ đẹp của “con đường tơ lụa” Nhật Bản Read More ». Xem chi tiết https://tokyometro.vn/kham-pha-ve-dep-cua-con-duong-to-lua-nhat-ban-s262355-html/

Seeking Sustainability LIVE (SSL)
Writing, wandering & diving into Japanese traditions | talking with writer-explorer Ted Taylor

Seeking Sustainability LIVE (SSL)

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 60:33


Ted Taylor is a writer and travel guide who loves long wanders around Japan and sharing insights about culture, tradition, history and folklore he learns along the way with his audience and visitors. Here we talk about his philosophy to enjoy life and travel in Japan as well as some of his writing projects and explorations. Edward J. Taylor is a musician, writer and explorer who has lived and traveled wide & far across Japan. Born in New York city and raised on the American east coast, Ted moved to a small town in rural New Mexico at age 14. After degrees in Creative Writing, Music, and Film at the University of Arizona, he began a Masters in Anthropology at UC Santa Barbara. But his attention was pulled East. Interests in Zen Buddhism and Aikido, an original martial art of Japan, led Ted to first visit Japan in 1994. He settled into the countryside of Tottori, a remote prefecture on Japan's Sea of Japan coast and for the following eleven years Ted set about his studies. His interest in martial arts expanded to Iaido, swordsmanship, and Kyudo, archery, while his Zen practice was supplemented with training in Shugendo, an esoteric religion associated with itinerant monks. Originally a drummer and percussionist, Ted also pursued his musical interests by taking up Taiko drumming and the Shakuhachi flute. As an occasional itinerant musician Ted gave drumming and percussion performances throughout Japan. During his time in Tottori, Ted also learnt how to grow rice using traditional rice farming methods and this led him to become curious about how the physical environment and its conditions shape local culture. This interest has subsequently blossomed into a passion and to this day Ted likes nothing better than escaping into rural Japan and its traditional society. An invitation to train in the 16th Century martial art of Takeuchi-ryu Bujutsu was the impetus for Ted moving to Kyoto in 2005. Despite living in the city, Ted spent much of his time out of it walking many of Japan's old roads, including the entire Nakasendo post road as well as completing the pilgrimages of the Shikoku 88 temple trail and the Kumano Kodo. Edward is the co-editor of the Deep Kyoto Walks anthology, and is currently at work on a series of books about walking Japan's ancient highways. http://notesfromthenog.blogspot.jp/ (http://notesfromthenog.blogspot.jp/) ** About JJWalsh - InboundAmbassador ** JJWalsh is a sustainability-focused advisor, trainer and consultant based in Hiroshima, Japan. Long-time educator and founder of InboundAmbassador consultancy in 2019 with aims to show sustainability in action & support Japan entrepreneurs, guides and businesses looking to create more sustainable appeal to international consumers. The Seek Sustainable Japan talkshow-podcast launched in 2020 and is LIVE for 60 minutes at least once a week: Interviews with "Good People Doing Great Things" from across Japan. Ideas and insights from these changemakers to inspire ideas for your work, life and travel in Japan and beyond. JOIN on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbjRdeieOLGes008y_I9y5Q/join (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbjRdeieOLGes008y_I9y5Q/join) Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/JJWalshInboundAmbassador?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/c/JJWalshInboundAmbassador?sub_confirmation=1) Listen to the SeekingSustainability LIVE Talkshow on Podcast [AUDIO] http://www.inboundambassador.com/ssl-podcasts/ (http://www.inboundambassador.com/ssl-podcasts/) ALL Talks in Seek Sustainable Japan (April 2020~) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcyYXjRuE20GsvS0rEOgSiQVAyKbEFSRP (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcyYXjRuE20GsvS0rEOgSiQVAyKbEFSRP) JJWalsh Official InboundAmbassador Websites: https://www.inboundambassador.com/ (https://www.inboundambassador.com/) https://www.seeksustainablejapan.com/ (https://www.seeksustainablejapan.com) Please join, become a monthly sponsor or a 1-time donation supporter on YouTube /

jENI NO PIKA PIKA NIHONGO 日本語
#209. Audiobook sample sentences. ~してもいいですか?

jENI NO PIKA PIKA NIHONGO 日本語

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2022 4:58


Hello. Welcome to Jenni's Pika Pika Japanese. Today's Japanese lesson is 「~してもいいですか?」 "Can I ~(do) it?" Example: 食べてもいいですか?  "May I eat?" 写真を撮ってもいいですか? "May I take your picture?" Please listen to the audio to learn. Now, it has been announced that Japan will gradually increase the number of foreign tourists entering the country. Of course, many of you may want to visit famous tourist destinations such as Tokyo, Kyoto, or Osaka, but today I would like to introduce Narai-juku, which retains the atmosphere of a Japanese inn town from the Edo period. Narai-juku is the 34th post town along the Nakasendo in Nagano Prefecture. Because it is located near the 1,197-meter-high Torii Pass, which was known as a difficult pass to cross, it is said to be the highest elevation in the Kiso area, where many travelers stopped and stayed overnight to prepare for their journey once more and to nourish their spirits. The town is divided along the road into three sections from the south: Uemachi, Nakamachi, and Shimomachi. In the old days, the main camp, side camps, and wholesale stores were located in Nakamachi, the central part of the town. As an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, the townscape of those days has been carefully preserved, and you can stay and dine in buildings that seem to have slipped back in time. Why not add it to one of your travel destinations? こんにちは。 ジェニのピカピカ日本語へようこそ。 今日の日本語学習は、「~(し)ていいですか」 例「食べてもいいですか?」 「写真を撮ってもいいですか?」 音声を聞いて学習してください。 さて、日本の外国人観光客入国も徐々に増やしていくことが発表されました。もちろん、東京や京都、大阪など有名な観光地に来たい方も多いでしょうが、今日は江戸時代の日本の宿場町の雰囲気を残している奈良井宿をご紹介します。 奈良井宿は長野県の中山道沿いの三十四番目の宿場町。峠越えの難所として知られた標高1,197メートルの「鳥居峠」のそばにある為に、多くの旅人が今一度旅支度を整え英気を養うために、立ち寄ったり宿泊した木曽エリアで最も標高が高い宿場町です。 街道にそって南側から上町、仲町、下町の三町に分かれており、昔は町の中心部である仲町に本陣、脇本陣、問屋が置かれました。 重要伝統的建造物群保存地区として、当時の町並みが大切に保存されていて、タイムスリップしたような建物に宿泊したり食事をしたりできるようです。あなたの旅先の一つに加えてみませんか?

Business & Beers Japan
Diane Tincher: Specialist Japanese culture and history, writer, tour guide

Business & Beers Japan

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 39:37


It's passionate travel stories from rural Japan, fascinating historical story-telling, and insightful cultural observations with Diane Tincher.  Diane has been in Japan for 35 years, lived in Kagoshima for 26 years, has 8 children, and is the owner of the must-see website "More than Tokyo". She is a prolific writer of little known historical stories she has researched in Japanese, an accomplished tour guide for Walk Japan, and her knowledge of Japanese history, folklore, and idyllic rural travel spots is 2nd to none!This episode you will hear about where you can hike and active volcano, a brief history of Amaterase, the Japanese Sun Goddess and Tanokami, cute little rice-field gods. Also two reasons English in Japan is so wacky and the only occasion when Japanese are never humble.  You will want to take notes on this one. Parts travelog mixed with history, fun cultural missteps, and humorous language faux pax . Other topics we discuss:Why so many foreigners are writing about Japan these daysThe backstory of launching her "More than Tokyo" websiteLearn more about Nakasendo, Kumano Kodo, Aomori, Towada Lake, Oirase Gorge, Yamadera, Omoshiroyama, Yamagata, Kirishima, Onami-Ike, Kagoshima, and Wakayama3 great reasons to visit rural JapanHow much one usually earns writing for MediumHer article "10 Essential Japanese phrases to learn today"Her "Three big mistakes learning Japanese" Two favorite Japanese words without a direct English translationMore Than Tokyo: https://www.morethantokyo.com/Diane Tincher on Medium: https://diane-japan.medium.com/Walk Japan: https://walkjapan.com/More Now and Zen Japan episodes: http://nowandzen.jpGrow website traffic = Zo Digital: https://www.zodigital.jp/Great Sleep Starts Here = gugu Sleep Company: https://gugu.jpJapan Adventures via Camper Van = Dream Drive: https://www.dreamdrive.lifeUse the code word "ZEN" to receive discounts

Deep Dive from The Japan Times
119: The sublime boredom of walking Japan w/ Craig Mod

Deep Dive from The Japan Times

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 34:49


Craig has spent large chunks of the past several years walking across Japan, completing months-long journeys along the country's historical walking routes, like the Tokaido, the Nakasendo and the Kumano Kodo. As he goes, he documents his experiences, sharing essays and photographs through his member-supported newsletters, and his books, Koya Bound and Kissa by Kissa.  "Walking is everything." he says. And if you've got the time and the inclination to do it, it is the best way to come to know the country, from beautifully preserved shrines and forests to the messier parts of suburban reality — pachinko parlors and all. Read more:  Paying pilgrimage to the last kissaten on the Kumano Kodo (Craig Mod, The Japan Times) Craig's website, where you can sign up to his walking newsletters I walked 600 miles across Japan for pizza toast (Craig Mod, Eater) Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by RGF Professional Recruitment Japan, the bilingual arm of Recruit, Japan and Asia's largest recruiting and information service company. Visit RGF Professional Recruitment Japan to register your resume and unleash your potential today. On this episode: Craig Mod: Articles | Twitter | Instagram Oscar Boyd: Twitter | Articles | Instagram Transcript We have recently begun experimenting with transcripts for episodes of Deep Dive. A full transcript of this episode is available on The Japan Times website. Find transcripts useful? Tips for improvement? Contact us to let us know. Announcements: Get in touch with Oscar and the show at deepdive@japantimes.co.jp. Support the show. Rate, review and share this episode with a friend if you've enjoyed it. Follow us on Twitter, and give us feedback. This episode of Deep Dive may be supported by advertising based on your location. Advertising is sourced by Audioboom and is not affiliated with The Japan Times. Photo: Craig Mod has spent the past several years completing monthslong walks along some of Japan's historical walking routes. | Craig Mod

TOKYO STATIONS 放送东京
Sugamo 巣鴨,在奶奶们的原宿感受温和

TOKYO STATIONS 放送东京

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2021 55:55


あけましておめでとう巢鸭的地藏通位于旧中山道,江户时代,作为中山道的第一个休息站而繁盛。现在,这里有一个更时髦的称呼 - 奶奶们的原宿。商店街入口处的 Sugamon 屁股,据说摸一下可以获得爱情;高岩寺的拔刺地藏可以替你除去病痛;红色内衣还能为你招来好运,因为日本人相信人在 60 岁时会迎来第二人生。这是充满温和怀旧气氛的街区,新年假日,去这里感受奶奶们的热情。Sugamo's Jizou-dori Street is located on the former Nakasendo highway. During the Edo period, it flourished as the first rest area on Nakasendo. Now, there is a more fashionable name, "Harajuku for Old Ladies." Sugamon's butt at the entrance of the shopping street. It is said that you can get love by touching its buttocks; the Togenuki Jizouson of Koganji Temple can help you get rid of your illness; red underwear can also bring you good luck because the Japanese believe People will have a second life when they are 60 years old. This is a district full of mild nostalgia. During the New Year holidays, go here to feel the enthusiasm of Old Ladies.与我们互动,请关注我们的 Twitter和 微博 @Tokyo_StationsKaho Nakamura - GUM 现可于以下平台收听 TOKYO STATIONS:Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Pocket Casts, Overcast, Castbox, 小宇宙, 网易云音乐, 荔枝, 喜马拉雅, 皮艇 and more.主播:黄大姐,秦老板,方枪枪,小狐狸设计:哦小普编辑:哦小普剪辑:哦小普,秦老板监制:哦小普© ℗ 2021 (kbys) studio in Tokyo, Japan

Joys of Solo Travel
Joys of Solo Travel #9 - David Ludlow

Joys of Solo Travel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 61:43


42 countries in 1 year! This insane trajectory was backpacked by David Ludlow, an avid adventurer. In this episode, we cover his adventures in 4 continents. A natural storyteller, he shares his fondest memories from his travels, including hidden local gems like hiking the majestic Nakasendo mountain.   Learn more about David: Instagram: @davidludlow1

SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 11: Wada Pass

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 4:53


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 10: Wakihonjin

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2019 14:55


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 9: Mampei Hotel, Lobby

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2019 14:23


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 8: Usui Pass Walk

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 2:37


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 7b: Honjin Teahouse

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2019 14:38


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 7a: Bowling Alley

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2019 14:56


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 6: Temple, beside tree

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2019 14:34


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 5: Pachinko Parlor

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019 14:56


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 4: Kumaya Coffee, Hikawa Shrine

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 14:52


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SW945: A Walk in Japan
Day 3: Cars, heels, crows

SW945: A Walk in Japan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2019 15:06


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Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast
AT#479 - Hike Japan's Nakasendo Trail

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2015 42:06


Hear about hiking Japan's Nakasendo Trail as the Amateur Traveler talks to Dave Grenewetzki about his experiences on this trip into the Japanese countryside between Kyoto and Tokyo.

Amateur Traveler Podcast (iTunes enhanced) | travel for the love of it

Hear about hiking Japan's Nakasendo Trail as the Amateur Traveler talks to Dave Grenewetzki about his experiences on this trip into the Japanese countryside between Kyoto and Tokyo.

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast
AT#479 - Hike Japan's Nakasendo Trail

Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2015 42:06


Hear about hiking Japan's Nakasendo Trail as the Amateur Traveler talks to Dave Grenewetzki about his experiences on this trip into the Japanese countryside between Kyoto and Tokyo.