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Nango Park offers scenic walks by the moat of Kameyama Castle
Culture / Kameoka / Kyoto / Park

Nango Park offers scenic walks by the moat of Kameyama Castle

Posted on: May 19, 2024May 19, 2024

Nango Park is home to beautiful well-kept gardens and the iconic statue of Akechi Mitsuhide which stands strong outside the Kameyama Castle.

What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type
Culture / Society / Thoughts / Travel

What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type

Posted on: May 12, 2024July 30, 2025

Whether you’re an outgoing thrill-seeker or a reserved peacekeeper, there’s something you’ll love about Japan regardless of your personality!

Exploring Ninenzaka’s finger food stores (top 5 recommendations)
Culture / Food / Kyoto / Travel

Exploring Ninenzaka’s finger food stores (top 5 recommendations)

Posted on: January 27, 2024July 30, 2025

Kyoto is a cultural hotspot for visitors in Japan. With amazing sights and delicious delicacies, here are my top 5 food stores in Ninenzaka!

What’s it like at a REAL Japanese tea ceremony?
Culture / Drinks / Kyoto

What’s it like at a REAL Japanese tea ceremony?

Posted on: January 15, 2024July 30, 2025

Despite living in Japan for a year, I never understood what a tea ceremony was. That all changed when I went to Tea Ceremony Nagomi in Kyoto!

Conformity in Japan: at what point does it become an issue?
Culture / Society / Thoughts

Conformity in Japan: at what point does it become an issue?

Posted on: December 10, 2023July 30, 2025

I often say the reason people love Japan is also the reason they would never move here, and one of those is the issue of conformity.

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Shrine / Society

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning

Posted on: November 24, 2023July 30, 2025

Located in proximity to a number of schools in the area, Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine is a place where residents pray for educational success.

Fushimi Momoyama Castle is the most underrated castle in Kyoto
Autumn / Castle / Culture / Kyoto / Vending machine

Fushimi Momoyama Castle is the most underrated castle in Kyoto

Posted on: November 22, 2023July 30, 2025

A site I never thought I’d see in Kyoto, the Fushimi Momoyama Castle stands tall and proud to rival the magnificence of Japan’s best castles.

Tokyo Imperial Palace offers gorgeous gardens for scenic strolls
Architecture / Culture / Tokyo

Tokyo Imperial Palace offers gorgeous gardens for scenic strolls

Posted on: November 13, 2023July 30, 2025

Not only is Tokyo Imperial Palace the royal home of Japan’s Emperor, but it’s also a scenic area with amazing walking paths for the public!

5 cool things about cycling in Japan
Combini / Culture / Cycling / Society / Sports and Fitness

5 cool things about cycling in Japan

Posted on: November 8, 2023July 30, 2025

I’ve talked before about Japan being a cyclist’s paradise, so I thought I’d dive a little deeper into what makes cycling in Japan so awesome!

Wandering around Nijo Castle at night – a great way to unwind
Architecture / Castle / Culture / Kyoto

Wandering around Nijo Castle at night – a great way to unwind

Posted on: September 22, 2023July 29, 2025

Nijo Castle is one of Kyoto’s many displays of authentic Japanese architecture enriched with culture. Here’s what it looks like at night!

Japan vs Korea – 5 notable differences from a neutral viewpoint
Culture / Food / Korea / Society / Travel

Japan vs Korea – 5 notable differences from a neutral viewpoint

Posted on: August 23, 2023July 29, 2025

As a foreigner with no real bias toward either of these Asian nations, I thought I’d share some of my observations comparing Japan vs Korea.

Izakayas are more than just pubs for Japanese salarymen
Culture / Food / Society

Izakayas are more than just pubs for Japanese salarymen

Posted on: August 10, 2023July 29, 2025

Often referred to as a “Japanese pub,” izakayas offer a unique experience that transcends the stereotype of drunk salaryman exclusivity.

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