Shimoda, In Pictures

Shimoda in September is pure magic.

A place to slow down, listen to the ocean and chill out with friends and family.

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Ohama Beach is home to surfers, beach lovers and the sweet White Beach Hotel. Last weekend, typhoon Talim made the weather slightly less "beachy" but it didn't keep us away.

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I never tire of taking Lulu's picture. She has so many expressions. And the wind added another one!

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Time seems to pass a little bit slower in Shimoda.

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Less-than-beachy weather only succeeds to make it more dreamy.

The closeness to nature, the super-chilled vibe, the food, the people...

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My dear friend Michelle (who didn't complain about me following her around all weekend with the camera) enjoying the only bit of sunshine we had in the garden while the others played basketball.

I will return to Shimoda again and again.

For the inside scoop, or just a little local knowledge, get in touch with David Nix (“Nixy”)

To inquire about the Martin house on Ohama Beach, visit Airbnb or Ask Nixy.