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Shinsei Bank is Japan’s best choice for foreign residents
Banking / Combini / Finance / Foreigner / Travel / Working Holiday Visa

Shinsei Bank is Japan’s best choice for foreign residents

Posted on: February 5, 2024February 15, 2024

Shinsei Bank is an absolute God-send for foreigners living in Japan on a long-term visa or permanent residency, and here’s why…

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, 2024January 27, 2024

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

USJ’s Super Nintendo World is a dream come true for Mario fans
Gaming / Osaka / Theme Park / Travel

USJ’s Super Nintendo World is a dream come true for Mario fans

Posted on: January 22, 2024January 22, 2024

Honestly, they may as well rename Super Nintendo World to Super Mario World, because he absolutely steals the show at USJ Osaka!

Exploring Harry Potter World at Universal Studios Japan
Osaka / Theme Park / Travel

Exploring Harry Potter World at Universal Studios Japan

Posted on: January 18, 2024January 22, 2024

USJ’s Harry Potter World is an absolute must-visit for all the magic-loving witches and wizards around the world!

Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem
Arashiyama / Kyoto / Mountain / Travel

Arashiyama Monkey Park (Iwatayama) is Kyoto’s best hidden gem

Posted on: January 9, 2024January 9, 2024

Nestled in the forests of Mt. Arashiyama is a highly underrated attraction known as Iwatayama Monkey Park, a Kyoto classic!

Is it worth visiting the paid section of Kiyomizu-dera?
Architecture / Kyoto / Temple / Travel

Is it worth visiting the paid section of Kiyomizu-dera?

Posted on: January 8, 2024January 8, 2024

Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most popular temples, but with most of it already free for the public, is it worth entering the paid section?

Café Restaurant Gusto is the best place to eat for families in Japan
Cafe / Drinks / Food / Restaurants / Travel

Café Restaurant Gusto is the best place to eat for families in Japan

Posted on: December 31, 2023December 31, 2023

A clever combination of Japanese and Western cuisine, Café Restaurant Gusto is the best restaurant for when you can’t decide what to eat!

The best Shinkansen snacks for an awesome bullet train trip!
Food / Shinkansen / Travel

The best Shinkansen snacks for an awesome bullet train trip!

Posted on: December 11, 2023December 19, 2023

Some of the best feeds in Japan can be found at bullet train stations. Here are my top 5 exclusive Shinkansen snacks for a delicious trip!

Tokyo Travel – dining at Ameyoko’s night izakayas
Ameyoko / Travel / Ueno

Tokyo Travel – dining at Ameyoko’s night izakayas

Posted on: December 9, 2023December 9, 2023

During the day, Ameyoko is a vibrant family-friendly shopping district, but at night it has a whole new vibe of lively night izakayas!

The Sarusawa Pond is Nara Park’s place of tranquility
Nara / Park / Travel / Winter

The Sarusawa Pond is Nara Park’s place of tranquility

Posted on: November 17, 2023November 17, 2023

I often addressed the Sarusawa Pond as “Nara Lake” for its captivating beauty and tranquility that practically defines the Nara Prefecture.

Kabukicho is the heart of Shinjuku’s nightlife
Anime / Arcades / Shinjuku / Tokyo / Travel

Kabukicho is the heart of Shinjuku’s nightlife

Posted on: November 11, 2023February 18, 2025

You haven’t seen Shinjuku without walking through Kabukicho. Bright neon signs, pop culture, and street performers are what it’s all about!

How much baggage space is ideal for a trip to Japan?
Accommodation / Shopping / Travel

How much baggage space is ideal for a trip to Japan?

Posted on: November 10, 2023November 10, 2023

A common question people ask is how much baggage space is ideal for a trip to Japan. Having traveled here on many occasions, this is my take.

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