My personal Japan travel tips, easy Japanese recipes, and the small things in between.
Kitchen & tableware finds from Japan that I’m glad I bought—practical, well-designed, and unique. I'm so happy with these kitchenware…
JR (Central Japan Railway Company) recycles retired bullet train parts into various goods like ice-cream spoons, baseball bats, suitcases, bags,…
From grilled eels to wagyu beef burgers, Japan's got some top-notch restaurants. Here's a list of my favourite restaurants, all…
I usually make sure that the onsen (hot springs) I go to has a private bath. I only like being naked…
Roaming deers. Floating shrine and temple with an eternal flame. Sacred mountains with spectacular sea views... and nowadays the comfort…
Himeji Castle is my favourite castle in Japan. I think it's the most beautiful and grandest looking castle in Japan…
My favourite craft shop in Tokyo is Yuzawaya, in particular their Kamata store which spans three buildings - including one…
Ise Jingu (aka. Ise Grand Shrine) is the most sacred and important Shinto shrine located in Mie, Japan. It's affectionately…
When you think of a floating torii gate, you might picture Miyajima. Hakone has one too, tho not as grand,…
Workman Girl (ワークマン女子) aims to make everyday life a little easier for women. It’s the kind of shop that’s fun…