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Temples, train rides and night markets across Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong: easy public transport, great food at every price, and a new season to chase on every trip.

JapanOsaka Street Food: What I Ate in Dotonbori and Kuromon MarketEveryone who has been to Japan told me the same thing before I left: Tokyo is for sightseeing, Osaka is…July 10, 2025South KoreaRiding the Sky Capsule in Busan: A Coastal Day From Haeundae to CheongsapoEvery time I told someone I was going back to Busan, they asked the same thing: “Have you ridden the…June 18, 2025TaiwanThree Slow Days in Tainan: Walking Taiwan’s Oldest City on FootSome trips are about ticking off as many sights as possible. This one was the opposite. I gave myself three…May 3, 2025TaiwanExploring the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum in TaiwanChiayi City, Taiwan, isn’t just a pit stop for the legendary Alishan mountain trek—it’s also home to the Southern Branch…March 24, 2025JapanMust-Try Dishes When Traveling to Miyagi Prefecture, JapanHello there! Over the past few days, you’ve read plenty about Miyagi Prefecture and its capital, Sendai, on my blog.…February 14, 2025TaiwanExploring Unique Temple Architecture Around Lotus Pond in KaohsiungAccording to my earlier post, I spent the morning exploring Pier-2 Art Center, strolled along the scenic Hamaxing Harbor area…January 23, 2025JapanThings You Need to Know Before Exploring Miyagi Prefecture, JapanHello friends! It’s such a joy to be writing this blog post on Bill Balo, especially because it’s about a…January 22, 2025Hong KongHow to Enjoy a Full Day at Hong Kong DisneylandIn my previous post, I shared how to get cheaper Hong Kong Disneyland tickets from Vietnam and gave a brief…September 17, 2024Hong Kong5 Unique Ways to Discover a Different Side of Hong KongIf you’re a fan of TVB dramas, Hong Kong is probably high on your travel bucket list. Known for its…July 29, 2024JapanZao Kitsune Mura – The Unique Fox Village in Miyagi, JapanMy journey through Miyagi Prefecture just keeps getting more and more exciting. After leaving the capital city of Sendai, I…April 4, 2024
Ink drawing of Bill, the writer of Ink on the Map, seen from behind

Hi, I'm Bill

I live in Saigon and travel slowly around East and Southeast Asia, Australia and the US, writing down the practical bits: how to get there, what it costs and what is worth your time.

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