Wesley Keppel-Henry

Wesley was raised in rural southern Oregon in the United States. She first moved to Japan in 2012 to teach English and help with recovery efforts related to the Fukushima Daiichi partial nuclear meltdown. She now lives in Yamagata, working as a tourism professional. Spending time in the Japanese countryside feels like a return to her country roots. She spends as much of her free time as possible outdoors hiking, camping, snowboarding, and cycle touring. All that exercise gives her an excuse to pursue her other passion: food and cooking.

Bonsai, Pottery, and More: In-depth in Ibaraki

Ibaraki is perhaps best known for its seasonal floral landscapes, but its rich nature also allows agriculture to thrive. As a result, delicious food and drink made from locally sourced ingredients abound. The prefecture offers in-depth, hands-on experiences related not only to flowers and food, but also traditional craft like bonsai and pottery, and even thrills like bungee jumping and waterfall meditation.

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