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.
Kameoka / Kyoto / Mountain / Rivers & Lakes / Shiga
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Beach / Kyoto / Shiga
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Lake Biwa is home to the beautiful Omi-Maiko beach in Shiga
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.
Drinks / Food / Foreigner / Shopping
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Indulging in the deli feeds at Gyomu Super
For the best feeds when you’re short on the dough, Gyomu Super offers incredibly delicious ready-to-eat Japanese and international cuisine!
Combini / Family Mart / Food
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5 niche FamilyMart items that appear once in a blue moon
There’s nothing like Japanese convenience stores to put you at ease with their abundance of gourmet niche items, delicious and affordable!
Food / Halal / Kyoto / Restaurants
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Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara brings Turkish-Uzbek delight to Kyoto
Just around the corner from Gion-Shijo station by the famous Kamo River, Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara serves up a succulent halal feed!
Kyoto / Summer
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Enjoying the sunflowers in full bloom in Kyoto’s southern district
Sunflowers are truly a sight to behold in the Japanese summer. These lovely golden petals were spotted in the Fushimi ward of South Kyoto.
Culture / Society / Thoughts
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5 unspoken rules that the Japanese are secretly judging you with
Unspoken rules are the essence of Japanese society, as one should act out of a deeper understanding rather than the threat of the law.
7-Eleven / Combini / Drinks / Food / Summer / Vending machine
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5 refreshing goods to get you through the Japanese summer
7-Eleven and vending machines are your best friends during the Japanese summer, in fact they’re critical for your survival!
7-Eleven / Combini / Food
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The best protein-stacked meals at Japan’s 7-Eleven stores
If you’re looking to get a solid protein fix but have a tight budget, then these feeds from Japan’s 7-Eleven have you covered!
Culture / Osaka / Society / Thoughts
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A glance into the raw personalities of the Osakan people
People from Osaka, often referred to as Osakans, deliver a raw flavor of Japanese behavior that is upbeat, unique, and out of the norm.
Hokkaido / Honshu / Kyushu
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Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu – comparing Japan’s 3 major islands
Japan is often called an island nation, but in truth it’s made up of many islands. The three largest islands are Hokkaido, Honshu, and Kyushu.
Culture / Thoughts / Travel
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Writing is the best way to absorb a country’s beauty
Okay, this article is an obvious plug of my new book – The Japanese Pursuit of Perfection, but there’s more to it, I promise!
