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Roti Chicken & Jackie Tacos offer authentic Mexican food in Kyoto!
Food / Kyoto / Restaurants

Roti Chicken & Jackie Tacos offer authentic Mexican food in Kyoto!

Posted on: September 14, 2025September 14, 2025

Real Mexican food is a real struggle to find in Japan, but thanks to Roti Chicken & Jackie Tacos, you can experience it right here in Kyoto!

What makes Japanese manga so captivating?
Anime / Culture / Manga

What makes Japanese manga so captivating?

Posted on: September 10, 2025September 10, 2025

There’s a distinct difference between Japanese manga and American comics – while both are captivating, manga delivers something truly unique.

How hiking in Japan differs from other countries
Hiking / Kyoto / Thoughts

How hiking in Japan differs from other countries

Posted on: September 5, 2025September 5, 2025

I’ve done my fair share of hiking all over the world, but there are a few unique traits of Japan’s hiking routes that I want to highlight.

The new “Fizzpresso” by Tully’s Coffee combines soda & espresso!
Drinks / Vending machine

The new “Fizzpresso” by Tully’s Coffee combines soda & espresso!

Posted on: September 3, 2025September 3, 2025

The idea of a carbonated coffee beverage initially had me grossed out, but Tully’s Coffee’s new Fizzpresso drink proved me wrong!

Japan and its obsession with matcha green tea
Matcha Green Tea / Thoughts / Uji

Japan and its obsession with matcha green tea

Posted on: September 1, 2025September 1, 2025

Japan and matcha green tea are totally synonymous as this nation has truly built a culture around the crafting and drinking of this beverage.

Caramel Wich is Tokyo’s best cookie sandwich delicacy
Food / Tokyo

Caramel Wich is Tokyo’s best cookie sandwich delicacy

Posted on: August 31, 2025August 31, 2025

Terra Confect’s “Caramel Wich” offers a sweet melty caramel chocolate filling sandwiched between scrumptious caramel-flavored cookies.

The Maple Mania offers the best maple butter cookies in Tokyo
Food / Tokyo

The Maple Mania offers the best maple butter cookies in Tokyo

Posted on: August 30, 2025August 30, 2025

In the heart of Tokyo, The Maple Mania Fine Sweets Store is serving up delicious American-inspired maple butter cookie snacks!

Japan’s best rivers and lakes ranked by scenic beauty
Kameoka / Kyoto / Mountain / Rivers & Lakes / Shiga

Japan’s best rivers and lakes ranked by scenic beauty

Posted on: August 29, 2025August 29, 2025

Japan is the land of mountains, rivers, and lakes, so I thought I’d piece together my 5 favorite spots in Japan to enjoy views of the water.

Lake Biwa is home to the beautiful Omi-Maiko beach in Shiga
Beach / Kyoto / Shiga

Lake Biwa is home to the beautiful Omi-Maiko beach in Shiga

Posted on: August 28, 2025August 28, 2025

Just north of Kyoto is the stunning body of water known as Lake Biwa or “Biwako” in Shiga Prefecture, home to beautiful beaches and resorts.

Indulging in the deli feeds at Gyomu Super
Drinks / Food / Foreigner / Shopping

Indulging in the deli feeds at Gyomu Super

Posted on: August 25, 2025August 25, 2025

For the best feeds when you’re short on the dough, Gyomu Super offers incredibly delicious ready-to-eat Japanese and international cuisine!

5 niche FamilyMart items that appear once in a blue moon
Combini / Family Mart / Food

5 niche FamilyMart items that appear once in a blue moon

Posted on: August 24, 2025August 25, 2025

There’s nothing like Japanese convenience stores to put you at ease with their abundance of gourmet niche items, delicious and affordable!

Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara brings Turkish-Uzbek delight to Kyoto
Food / Halal / Kyoto / Restaurants

Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara brings Turkish-Uzbek delight to Kyoto

Posted on: August 22, 2025August 22, 2025

Just around the corner from Gion-Shijo station by the famous Kamo River, Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara serves up a succulent halal feed!

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