Just off the Dotonbori River is a humble little shop called Sari Sari Store. Here, you can enjoy amazing delicacies all made of real coconut!
Life in Japan – a glance at the best prefectures to live in
Deciding on where to live as opposed to visiting requires a different approach. Here are the best prefectures to live in Japan.
How living in Japan can broaden your perspective on the world
Japan is a country that is almost radically different from the rest of the world. Here’s how living in Japan has broadened my perspective.
FamilyMart oden brings convenience to Japan’s iconic comfort food
As the year enters the colder seasons of autumn and winter, combinis such as FamilyMart begin boiling up hot steaming oden to keep us warm!
Taking photos in Japan at night (a top 5 list)
Japan is home to some of the most aesthetic photo spots in the world! Here are 5 of the best night spots in Japan for taking photos:
Buying an old house in Japan – 5 things to consider before you do it
Buying an old house in Japan can be a great way to secure a property at a much lower price, so long as you keep these considerations in mind.
Reflecting on the pros and cons of being a foreigner in Japan
To celebrate my 200th blog post and my 6-month milestone living in Japan, I thought I’d reflect on my life in Japan here as a foreigner.
Bikkuri Donkey serves up the best hamburger steaks in Japan!
The concept of hamburger steaks has been popularized in Japan since before WWII times. Today, Bikkuri Donkey is keeping the tradition alive!
Gyomu Super is Kyoto’s best Muslim-friendly supermarket chain
Located in the heart of Kyoto in the Fushimi ward is Gyomu Supermarket. Here, you can find local and international goods including halal.
Miyako is Kyoto’s favorite Japanese noodle soup shop
If you’ve been in Japan long enough, then you know the quality of a 24-hour restaurant just isn’t the same as an authentic place like Miyako.
Kohnan is the all-inclusive department store chain of Japan
As Kmart is to Australians or Walmart to Americans, Kohnan is Japan’s all-inclusive retail store that has everything you need for your home!
The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)
Japan is a mountainous region by nature, its tallest being Mt. Fuji at 3,776 meters. Here are 5 amazing mountain views that aren’t Mt. Fuji.