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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.

Working in Japan at Kyoto’s HOTEL LiVEMAX has its ups and downs, but one thing’s for sure, it’s a great way to earn a little extra yen!

Uber Eats is really something else in Japan, offering a Japanese-dominant food menu with amazing variety and affordable prices!

It’s not called Land of the Rising Sun for nothing, because summer in Japan is an absolute scorcher! Here are 5 ways to make the most of it!

As a foreigner with no real bias toward either of these Asian nations, I thought I’d share some of my observations comparing Japan vs Korea.

Waiting for a flight doesn’t have to be a tedious task that sucks the life out of you. Narita Airport Lounge shows the world how it’s done!

Often referred to as a “Japanese pub,” izakayas offer a unique experience that transcends the stereotype of drunk salaryman exclusivity.

Universal Studios Japan is more than a bunch of rollercoaster rides and popcorn stands. Here are 5 unique reasons you’ll love USJ in Osaka.

Summer in Japan is like a never-ending battle against exhaustion and sweat, but these 5 combini refreshers are sure to get you through!

At this point, I could make a whole series about Japan’s twist on Western favorites, this time featuring the iconic Cinnabon!

One of the restaurants you’ll see everywhere in Japan is Saizeriya, the best place to experience Japan’s take on western food!

I never thought I’d recommend visiting a graveyard, but Adachi Cemetery is one of the most beautiful sites I’ve ever seen.