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Indulging in the deli feeds at Gyomu Super
Drinks / Food / Foreigner / Shopping

Indulging in the deli feeds at Gyomu Super

Posted on: August 25, 2025August 25, 2025

For the best feeds when you’re short on the dough, Gyomu Super offers incredibly delicious ready-to-eat Japanese and international cuisine!

5 niche FamilyMart items that appear once in a blue moon
Combini / Family Mart / Food

5 niche FamilyMart items that appear once in a blue moon

Posted on: August 24, 2025August 25, 2025

There’s nothing like Japanese convenience stores to put you at ease with their abundance of gourmet niche items, delicious and affordable!

Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara brings Turkish-Uzbek delight to Kyoto
Food / Halal / Kyoto / Restaurants

Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara brings Turkish-Uzbek delight to Kyoto

Posted on: August 22, 2025August 22, 2025

Just around the corner from Gion-Shijo station by the famous Kamo River, Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara serves up a succulent halal feed!

Enjoying the sunflowers in full bloom in Kyoto’s southern district
Kyoto / Summer

Enjoying the sunflowers in full bloom in Kyoto’s southern district

Posted on: August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

Sunflowers are truly a sight to behold in the Japanese summer. These lovely golden petals were spotted in the Fushimi ward of South Kyoto.

5 unspoken rules that the Japanese are secretly judging you with
Culture / Society / Thoughts

5 unspoken rules that the Japanese are secretly judging you with

Posted on: August 13, 2025August 14, 2025

Unspoken rules are the essence of Japanese society, as one should act out of a deeper understanding rather than the threat of the law.

5 refreshing goods to get you through the Japanese summer
7-Eleven / Combini / Drinks / Food / Summer / Vending machine

5 refreshing goods to get you through the Japanese summer

Posted on: August 11, 2025August 11, 2025

7-Eleven and vending machines are your best friends during the Japanese summer, in fact they’re critical for your survival!

The best protein-stacked meals at Japan’s 7-Eleven stores
7-Eleven / Combini / Food

The best protein-stacked meals at Japan’s 7-Eleven stores

Posted on: August 10, 2025August 10, 2025

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!

A glance into the raw personalities of the Osakan people
Culture / Osaka / Society / Thoughts

A glance into the raw personalities of the Osakan people

Posted on: August 9, 2025August 9, 2025

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 – comparing Japan’s 3 major islands
Hokkaido / Honshu / Kyushu

Hokkaido, Honshu, Kyushu – comparing Japan’s 3 major islands

Posted on: August 8, 2025August 8, 2025

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.

Writing is the best way to absorb a country’s beauty
Culture / Thoughts / Travel

Writing is the best way to absorb a country’s beauty

Posted on: August 7, 2025August 7, 2025

Okay, this article is an obvious plug of my new book – The Japanese Pursuit of Perfection, but there’s more to it, I promise!

Revisiting the legendary Hieizan (Mt. Hiei) during summer
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Summer

Revisiting the legendary Hieizan (Mt. Hiei) during summer

Posted on: August 6, 2025August 6, 2025

Mt. Hiei or “Hieizan” is one of the strongholds of Buddhism in Japan, offering scenic views, historic temples, and tough hiking trails!

Where to find the best affordable sushi in Kyoto
Food / Restaurants / Sushi

Where to find the best affordable sushi in Kyoto

Posted on: August 3, 2025August 3, 2025

If you’re a little short on money, why not take a break from fine-dining restaurants and grab yourself a cheap sushi feed in Kyoto!

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