On the road now — Gunma, Japan
Roads, notes,
and places
to breathe.
One country at a time. One moment at a time.
Field notes from a slow journey around the world.
NowWriting in Japan — preparing for the next departureCountries visited: 9 · Days on the road: 400+
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About Hiro
Japan covers 0.29%
of this planet. I wanted the rest.
"I don't just want to live. I want to dive into everything this world has to offer — and leave it knowing I truly lived."
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Malaysia
The Bounciest Bus Ride Ever: A 7-Hour Journey to Tawau & Unexpected Malaysian Hospitality
July 28, 2026
Malaysia
Beyond a Transit Town: Giant Markets & Local Warmth in Keningau
July 27, 2026
Malaysia
Walking Trip Turned Road Trip! Crossing the Sarawak-Sabah Border in Malaysia 🇲🇾🚗
July 26, 2026
Malaysia
A Heartwarming Surprise in Lawas: Weekend Markets, Mystery Drinks, and Local Kindness
July 25, 2026
Malaysia
Crossing Borders & Chasing Kindness: A Brutal but Beautiful Ride from Brunei to Malaysia
July 24, 2026
Brunei
Plot Twist: Extending My Stay to Uncover the Hidden Gems of Bangar, Brunei
July 23, 2026
Brunei
Saved by Kindness: Crossing the Border from Malaysia to Bangar, Brunei!
July 22, 2026
Malaysia
Goodbye Limbang: Traditional Longhouses, Crocodile Warnings, and the Bittersweet Reality of Travel
July 21, 2026
Diary
Jul 28The Bounciest Bus Ride Ever: A 7-Hour Journey to Tawau & Unexpected Malaysian Hospitality
Diary
Jul 27Beyond a Transit Town: Giant Markets & Local Warmth in Keningau
Diary
Jul 26Walking Trip Turned Road Trip! Crossing the Sarawak-Sabah Border in Malaysia 🇲🇾🚗
Diary
Jul 25A Heartwarming Surprise in Lawas: Weekend Markets, Mystery Drinks, and Local Kindness
Diary
Jul 24Crossing Borders & Chasing Kindness: A Brutal but Beautiful Ride from Brunei to Malaysia
Diary
Jul 23Plot Twist: Extending My Stay to Uncover the Hidden Gems of Bangar, Brunei
Diary
Jul 22Saved by Kindness: Crossing the Border from Malaysia to Bangar, Brunei!
Diary
Jul 21View all →Goodbye Limbang: Traditional Longhouses, Crocodile Warnings, and the Bittersweet Reality of Travel
ZINE & Books
Moments made into paper
Small records from the road — photo essays, field notes, and quiet stories from each country I've passed through.
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