Author name: Yam

Traveler / Chief Editor of Kosupa Travel. Based in Tokyo, works as a drone pilot as well.

Indonesia, Jakarta

If You’re Going to the Java Jazz Festival, Don’t Miss the After Jam Session “JAMZ SESSION NIGHT”! Behind-the-Scenes Report #2

Continuing our coverage of the JAMZ SESSION NIGHT after-hours jam sessions from our previous article. JAMZ SESSION NIGHT: When the Night Comes Alive As the Java Jazz Festival winds down each evening, there’s a special place where passionate music fans gather – the JAMZ SESSION NIGHT at Hotel Borobudur. Starting around 10 PM while the […]

Hong Kong

Making the Most of Your Hong Kong Airport Layover: A Complete Guide by Duration

Hong Kong International Airport serves as one of Asia’s major hub airports, handling numerous international flights including Cathay Pacific and HK Express. Depending on your layover duration, you can do more than just wait at the airport – you can actually explore Hong Kong. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to make the most of

Maldives

10 Common Reasons Why Some Find Maldives Vacations Boring – Lessons Learned for a Perfect Honeymoon

The Maldives, an island nation in the Indian Ocean, is renowned for its crystal-clear blue waters, pristine white beaches, and iconic overwater villas – truly a paradise on Earth. However, some visitors, even honeymooners, occasionally report feeling disappointed with their experience. When searching online about Maldives travel, you might even find “boring” as a suggested

China

China Trip Tips – No Google or Instagram? Must-Download Apps Before Traveling to China

Communication WeChat: China’s most popular social media app serves as the equivalent of WhatsApp or LINE in other countries. Nearly everyone in China uses WeChat for daily communication. Beyond messaging, it offers voice calls, video calls, and mobile payments. QQ: Another major social media platform that offers messaging, voice calls, and video calls. It’s particularly

Germany

Will Germany’s Legalization of Recreational Cannabis Transform Tourism Trends? Key Facts Japanese Travelers Need to Know [Cannabis Tourism]

The new law allows adults over 18 to possess up to 25 grams of dried cannabis (commonly known as “marijuana”) and grow up to three plants at home. Starting July 1st, “cannabis clubs” will be permitted to sell the substance. Health Minister Karl Lauterbach expressed hope that legalization would “help reduce addiction, prevent youth consumption,

Kigali, Rwanda

Visiting the Iconic “Hôtel des Milles Collines” from the Movie Hotel Rwanda! A Visit Experience Report in Kigali, Rwanda

The Hôtel des Milles Collines, which gained worldwide fame through the film “Hotel Rwanda,” is a historic site where protagonist Paul Rusesabagina sheltered numerous Tutsi people during the Rwandan genocide. This hotel is an essential landmark for understanding Rwanda’s history. During my visit to Rwanda, I had the opportunity to stay at the Hôtel des

China, Uyghur

You Can’t Leave Xinjiang Uyghur Without Trying Dapanji (Big Plate Chicken) – A Local Restaurant Taste Test Report [Xinjiang Silk Road Journey]

Encountering Da Pan Ji (Big Plate Chicken) in Turpan, Xinjiang In the heart of China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, under the scorching sun, lies the Turpan Basin, a historic hub along the ancient Silk Road. It’s here, in this culturally rich oasis, where we encountered one of the region’s most iconic dishes: Da Pan Ji

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