Travel2Japan Winter, 2015 Volume 3 | Page 10

The Travel Niche of Solitude Embracing the trend of ‘silent travel’ can fulfill our individual needs for escapism and regeneration of the mind and spirit. The New Year is a perfect ‘excuse’ to evaluate, and then resolve those travel dreams and wishes. Imagine yourself in a world of fantasy with mythical benevolent creatures, eye-catching scenery and free reign to spend as much time as you want, just gazing, contemplating, daydreaming, hiking, sporting, experiencing, and spending time with loved ones. Travel makes it all possible. Above: We enjoyed a delicious meals at the Jimyo-in that included grilled tofu, dry tofu, sesame tofu and fresh mountain vegetables. Our room was decorated with beautiful prints and antiques and overlooked a Zen garden.