Mima Isono

Welcome to TiptoeingWorld, a blog by Mima Isono, hyperactive mom with restless feet and wandering mind living in Tokyo, Japan.

Hitsujiyama Shibazakura

Shibazakura starts blooming right after Sakura falling down in Japan. There are two places near Tokyo for Shibazakura viewing: Fuji Shibazakura Matsuri and Hitsujiyama Park in Chichibu. Like many other flowers Shibazakura relies on warm temperature to bloom. As temperature is relatively warmer this year here, so many flowers opening up earlier than expected. Shibazakura too blooming …

Hawaii Trip

Pristine beaches, clear blue sky, glittering sunshine, fresh dry air and breathtaking view from thousand meters above sea level are just few of many other reasons to list down Hawaii as one of our favourite destinations. Last week in Hawaii was the best time we had in five months after cocooning so long in a …