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Hiking in the Japanese summer – 5 key things to remember
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Summer / Thoughts

Hiking in the Japanese summer – 5 key things to remember

Posted on: August 2, 2025August 2, 2025

There are many reasons NOT to hike during the Japanese summer – it’s hot, it’s humid, and it’s damn difficult, so keep these tips in mind.

5 reasons Mt. Hiei’s summit is the perfect picnic spot
Food / Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain

5 reasons Mt. Hiei’s summit is the perfect picnic spot

Posted on: August 1, 2025August 1, 2025

Mt. Hiei is easily my favorite hiking trail in Kyoto, not just for the challenging route, but also the perfect picnic spot at the summit!

The best supermarket chains to stock up on groceries in Japan
Food / Halal / Kyoto / Shopping

The best supermarket chains to stock up on groceries in Japan

Posted on: July 31, 2025July 31, 2025

Whether you’re here on holiday or on a long-term basis, it’s worth exploring Japan’s supermarket chains for delicious foods at low prices!

The best food supplies to bring on your next hike in Kyoto!
Combini / Drinks / Food / Hiking

The best food supplies to bring on your next hike in Kyoto!

Posted on: July 27, 2025July 29, 2025

Hiking in the mountains of Kyoto is no picnic, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have one anyway! So be sure to grab these combini supplies!

Trying Asahikawa Tsuboya – Hokkaido’s award-winning sweet!
Food / Hokkaido

Trying Asahikawa Tsuboya – Hokkaido’s award-winning sweet!

Posted on: July 26, 2025August 1, 2025

Winning the Monde Selection Grand Gold Quality Award, Asahikawa Tsuboya by Tsuboya Kibana no Mori is Hokkaido’s best confectionery treat!

Exploring the many flavored sugar toppings at FAMIMA CAFÉ
Cafe / Drinks / Family Mart

Exploring the many flavored sugar toppings at FAMIMA CAFÉ

Posted on: July 23, 2025August 1, 2025

A strange thing to write about perhaps, but the flavored sugar toppings from FAMIMA CAFÉ left a permanent mark in my bank of happy memories.

Living in Japan as a foreigner – is it worth it?
Culture / Foreigner / Society / Thoughts

Living in Japan as a foreigner – is it worth it?

Posted on: July 22, 2025August 1, 2025

It’s the question that every Japan-obsessed foreigner must ask themselves, is the move worth it? Here’s what I think about living in Japan!

Summer in Japan is a humid heat wave! Stay cool with these tips
Combini / Drinks / Summer

Summer in Japan is a humid heat wave! Stay cool with these tips

Posted on: July 20, 2025August 1, 2025

I always remember my summer days in Japan as they are the most humid and sweat-inducing days of my life, but you can still enjoy the season!

Competing at e-Sports Cafe ZERO Tekken 8 Tournament in Osaka
Event / Gaming / Osaka

Competing at e-Sports Cafe ZERO Tekken 8 Tournament in Osaka

Posted on: July 19, 2025August 1, 2025

I recently attended the “Janku Cup” in Osaka as part of the Tekken World Tour. Hosted by e-Sports Cafe ZERO, it was a night to remember!

Japan and the benefits of a homogeneous society
Society / Thoughts

Japan and the benefits of a homogeneous society

Posted on: July 14, 2025August 1, 2025

Being a homogeneous society has a certain stigma about it, some would even say a racist one, but there are benefits too, even for foreigners!

Japan’s Blueberry Cheesecake KitKat is a must-try delicacy!
Food / Shopping / Travel

Japan’s Blueberry Cheesecake KitKat is a must-try delicacy!

Posted on: July 9, 2025August 1, 2025

KitKat has done it again with an exclusive new flavor, courtesy of Japan, known as Blueberry Cheesecake. Read on for my taste test review!

Exploring the many delicious restaurants at Narita Airport
Airport / Food / Halal / Restaurants

Exploring the many delicious restaurants at Narita Airport

Posted on: July 5, 2025August 1, 2025

Narita Airport is the preferred choice for domestic travel to Tokyo, with some of the most underrated restaurants you’ll find at an airport!

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