Happy New Year! The first episode of 2023 includes an "open-jaw" 20+ day Japan itinerary, things to do in Okayama Prefecture, and a few New Year posts from Camellia Kyoto.

Send me your Japan travel stories and questions to [email protected] or on Twitter @LongingClub.

Check out the amazing posts (with pictures!) from Camellia Tea Ceremony on Twitter @camelliakyoto and visit their website https://tea-kyoto.com/ for more information about authentic Kyoto tea ceremonies with an authentic touch!

Song : Daystar - Puberty on a summer day / https://youtu.be/7rwxq1CmZhI

Song : Daystar - Fluffy / https://youtu.be/X_iSipLXcg0