Yokohama Chinatown is widely regarded as the “largest Chinatown in Asia,” outside of China of course. Here are 5 reasons it’s worth a visit! Yokohama has long since […]
Japan vs Korea – convenience store differences?
In this edition of my “Japan vs Korea” series, I go over the 5 most notable differences between Japan and Korea’s convenience stores.
How to make a delicious iced coffee frappé at FamilyMart
As a foreigner in Japan, making a sophisticated beverage like a frappé at a convenience store may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be!
The best seasonal drinks from Starbucks Japan
Depending on the time of year you’re in Japan, chances are there will be a special featured seasonal drink at your local Starbucks!
These 5 Japanese KitKat flavors are unique, strange, and delicious!
Japan is the motherland of every KitKat flavor under the Rising Sun. These 5 flavors in particular are super delicious and a little weird!
FamilyMart’s Black Thunder series pays homage to a local favorite
You could call it the “Oreo of Japan,” because Black Thunder is a Japanese chocolate brand that’s taking the world by storm!
What are the best ways to see Mt. Fuji? (Top 5 recommendations)
Mt. Fuji is easily Japan’s most iconic natural landmark. Having visited Mt. Fuji many times over the years, here are my top 5 must-do’s!
A day in Nara – 5 must-do activities for a memorable trip!
Nara is the deer capital of Japan, but there’s more to it than that. Here are 5 of the best things to do for an amazing time in Nara!
Exploring Shin-Okubo, Japan’s very own “Korea Town”
Widely known as Japan’s Korea Town, Shin-Okubo offers delicious Korean fried chicken, scenic parks for the day and K-pop vibes for the night!
Top 5 most authentic Japanese restaurants in Japan
What truly makes a restaurant authentic? In this article, I review my top 5 most authentic restaurants for Japanese cuisine across Japan!
Café Di Espresso makes the best iced coffee drinks in Japan!
I will never forget the taste of the Café Di Espresso iced latte I had after an exhausting tennis match on a hot summer’s day in Osaka.