Journeys shaped by constraints.
Rail lines. Airports. Remote islands.

Hagi-Iwami and Saga Airports in a Day ― Crossing from San'in to Kyushu by Local Trains

Covering Hagi-Iwami Airport and Saga Airport in one day. From Shimane through the Yamaguchi Line, San'yō Main Line, and Kanmon Tunnel to Kyushu.

Airports You Can Walk to a Train Station From ― All 100 Japanese Airports Ranked

Walking time from every airport in Japan to the nearest train station. A cost-saving reference for airport conquest.

Yamagata and Shōnai Airports in a Day ― Using a Mall's Free Shuttle to Reach the Airport

Covering Yamagata and Shōnai airports in one day. No direct bus from Amarume Station to Shōnai Airport, so routing through Aeon Mall Mikawa's free shuttle.

Hachijojima Day Trip ― A One-Hour Flight from Haneda to a Remote Island

A day trip to Hachijojima by ANA from Haneda. Walking around the island and eating shima-zushi (island sushi).

Okushiri, Rishiri, and Wakkanai ― A Failed 3-Airport Plan Killed by a Bomb Cyclone

A plan to conquer three airports in two days, destroyed by a bomb cyclone. All Hokkaido flights canceled. Preserved as a memorial.

Kozushima and Niijima in a Day ― Small Planes from Chofu, Ferry Between Islands

A day trip to Kozushima and Niijima. Small plane from Chofu to Kozushima, ferry to Niijima, small plane back. Three airports in one day.

How I Log Train Rides ― 24 Fields per Journey

The 24 fields I record for every train ride. Route names, train info, station info, and rolling stock — in both local language and English.

Riding Every KTM Line in 4 Days ― Malaysia's National Railway and Kuala Lumpur Commuter Lines

A paper plan to ride every KTM line in Malaysia in 4 days. West Coast, East Coast, Kedah Line, and KL commuter lines, supplemented by flights.

Noto and Toyama Airports in a Day ― Connected by Noto Railway and Hokuriku Main Line

Covering Noto and Toyama airports in one day. From Noto Airport via Anamizu, Nanao, and Kanazawa to Toyama by rail.

How I Log Hotel Stays ― 13 Fields per Stay

The 13 fields I record for every hotel stay. Hotel name, rate, and coordinates for easy review and trip planning.