Finding Sublime
Finding Sublime is a mindful journey of discovery in Japan, brought to you by hosts Michele Laudig and Jason Garcia. It’s about slowing down to savor moments of everyday joy and carving out the time for calm, whether basking in nature, appreciating cultural gems, tasting Japanese tradition, or connecting with creative souls. Japan has so much magic to offer. No matter where you’re from, we hope to inspire you and help you tap into your own sense of awe. Join us as we explore beautiful, delicious, and delightful facets of Japan through personal stories and meaningful experiences via our website, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter.
Episodes
As 2022 came to a close, we decided to make the most of colder, darker days, and to really revel in the ways Japan’s wintertime traditions bring opportunities to reset and revive the body and soul.
We started off December with a trip to the heart of Hokkaido, where we stayed at EN - The Suites Furano. The pristine snowy landscapes gave us a sense of endless possibilities as we imagined the year ahead, while also giving us some qui...
In this episode, Michele and Jason share their story of falling for the natural beauty of the Izu Peninsula, a popular destination not far from Tokyo that’s home to historic onsen towns, lush mountain valleys dotted with waterfalls, dramatic coastlines, and vacation-worthy beaches.
Listen in as they chat about their first encounter with Izu on a hot-springs getaway to the town of Shuzenji (whose namesake temple was founded over 12...
The thrill of the new is undeniable, but what if the “new” is actually very, very old? Itching for another trip, we looked for an unfamiliar destination that would expand our experience of Japanese beauty – both its natural abundance at the peak of autumn, and its rich regional culture and history. For that, we decided that Tohoku was a place we wanted to get to know. We knew we wanted to see some gorgeous fall leaves, but we had n...
Finding Sublime is a journey of mindful discovery in Japan. It’s about slowing down to savor moments of everyday joy and carving out the time for calm, whether basking in nature, appreciating cultural gems, tasting Japanese tradition, or connecting with creative souls.
Join us as we explore beautiful, delicious, and delightful facets of Japan through personal stories and meaningful moments so you can one day experience them, too.
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