For The Love of Travel

My favorite places, photos and stories

March 31, 2024
by Lids
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31/3/2024 Otaru

The Unwind Hotel and Bar is perfectly situated in Otaru…walking distance for me to lots of attractions. It also has a free wine hour between 5-6pm each night. Mustn’t have had too many Aussies staying to date 🙂 The Stained … Continue reading

March 31, 2024
by Lids
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30/3/2024 Iwanai to Otaru

I’m driving along the Shakotan Peninsula today, another cold and blustery day. 15 minutes drive from Iwanai, perched on the coast, the Tomari Nuclear Power Station, run by Hokkaido Electric, has attracted its share of unwelcome attention during Japan’s history … Continue reading

March 30, 2024
by Lids
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29/3/2024 Hakodate to Iwanai

Oy vay! Quite the downpour this morning and swirling mists on the mountain sides. A couple of ‘lightening’ and ‘icy road conditions’ warnings flashed on road signs on my pathway. Very atmospheric. Lake Onuma was first on my list, a … Continue reading