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Izakayas are more than just pubs for Japanese salarymen
Culture / Food / Society

Izakayas are more than just pubs for Japanese salarymen

Posted on: August 10, 2023July 29, 2025

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

5 reasons to visit Universal Studios Japan even without a ticket
Anime / Arcades / Gaming / Osaka / Theme Park

5 reasons to visit Universal Studios Japan even without a ticket

Posted on: July 28, 2023July 29, 2025

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.

Top 5 combini refreshers to survive the Japanese summer
Combini / Summer

Top 5 combini refreshers to survive the Japanese summer

Posted on: July 3, 2023July 29, 2025

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

Trying Cinnabon in Japan – what differences can you expect?
Food / Kitakyushu

Trying Cinnabon in Japan – what differences can you expect?

Posted on: June 24, 2023July 29, 2025

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

Saizeriya – exploring Japan’s yoshoku (western) restaurants
Food / Restaurants

Saizeriya – exploring Japan’s yoshoku (western) restaurants

Posted on: June 22, 2023July 29, 2025

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

Japan’s most beautiful graveyard? A trip to Adachi Cemetery
Kitakyushu / Travel

Japan’s most beautiful graveyard? A trip to Adachi Cemetery

Posted on: June 18, 2023July 29, 2025

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

Japan’s hostels are ideal for solo travelers and freelancers
Accommodation / Travel / Working Holiday Visa

Japan’s hostels are ideal for solo travelers and freelancers

Posted on: June 15, 2023July 29, 2025

Hostels are a great way to save money, meet new people, and work on the go! So what makes Japan’s hostels so good for the solo traveler?

5 activities to pass the time on long bullet train rides in Japan
Bento Box / Japan Rail / JR Pass / Shinkansen / Travel

5 activities to pass the time on long bullet train rides in Japan

Posted on: June 14, 2023July 29, 2025

Riding the bullet train can be a fun and exciting experience, but maybe not so much when your trip is several hours long. I’m here to help!

5 McDonald’s dessert items you’ll find only in Japan
Food / McDonald's / Travel

5 McDonald’s dessert items you’ll find only in Japan

Posted on: June 11, 2023July 29, 2025

Japan always has something unique to offer at western-owned establishments. Here are 5 McDonald’s desserts that prove this statement true!

Cafe hopping in Japan – a day at Tennoji MIO
Osaka / Starbucks / Travel

Cafe hopping in Japan – a day at Tennoji MIO

Posted on: June 10, 2023July 29, 2025

Cafe hopping is one of the most important skills as a freelancer working on the move. Last week, I spent a day exploring cafes in Osaka!

Combini combinations – my recommended dinner set
7-Eleven / Bento Box / Combini / Family Mart / Food / Lawson

Combini combinations – my recommended dinner set

Posted on: June 9, 2023July 29, 2025

Known for their cheap and delicious food conveniently accessible from anywhere in Japan, it’s easy to put together a tasty combini dinner!

How much cash should you bring for a trip to Japan?
Accommodation / Food / Shopping / Travel

How much cash should you bring for a trip to Japan?

Posted on: June 3, 2023July 29, 2025

In a world that’s going cashless, Japan continues to be a cash-based society. With that in mind, just how much cash should you bring to Japan?

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