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July 24, 2022July 24, 2022japan, tokyo

Mipig Cafe: The Place to Meet Micro Pigs in Japan

A pig chilling at Mipig Cafe

Mipig Cafe, a micro pig house with branches around Tokyo, has some of the cutest, friendliest pigs in town. Here’s what to expect.

June 28, 2022June 28, 2022japan, tokyo

Abandoned Drugstores a Mainstay of Haikyo in Tokyo?

Continuing the Tokyo haikyo series, it seems that there is no shortage of abandoned drugstores even in Japan’s metropolis.

June 5, 2022June 5, 2022japan, life, tokyo

Harumi Bridge: A Rare Haikyo in the Heart of Tokyo

Harumi Bridge

Located among the sea of tower mansions and sparkling new development sits Harumi Bridge, a rusted old relic of bygone days.

May 23, 2022May 23, 2022japan, tokyo

A Dose of USA at the Yokota Air Base Friendship Festival

(Almost) every year, the U.S. military’s Yokota Air Base in Tokyo opens its gates to visitors in celebration of Japanese-American ties.

May 5, 2022May 5, 2022japan, life, tokyo

Ginza: Photos of Tokyo’s Blingiest Shopping District

Ginza is one of Tokyo’s most elegant and luxurious districts, and I’m not gonna lie: I love the vibe. Not to mention the great photo ops.

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022japan, tokyo, winter

Ashigakubo Icicles: A Chilly But Lit Winter Getaway

Ashigakubo icicles

Only viewable from January to February, the Ashigakubo icicles are any neon lovers’ dream when lit up at night on weekends and holidays.

January 16, 2022January 16, 2022japan, life, tokyo

A Slice of Tokyo Life with Transparent Public Toilets

One of the best things about living in Tokyo is that there is always some artsy stuff popping up somewhere. This time we’re talking about transparent public toilets.

November 18, 2021November 18, 2021autumn, japan, travel

Must do’s in Okinawa: More than Scuba, Snorkel & SUP

Scuba diving in Gorilla Chop

After you’ve cleared the three S’s: scuba, snorkelling and SUP, what else are must-do’s in Okinawa? Read on and find out!

September 20, 2021September 20, 2021japan, tokyo

Tokyo Mystery Circus: A Fun Way to Work the Brain

Exterior of Tokyo Mystery Circus

Escape rooms, immersive games and more! If you want to exercise those brain muscles, then look no further than Tokyo Mystery Circus.

August 19, 2021August 19, 2021japan, kyushu, travel

Get Treated at the Sanatorium Cafe in Fukuoka

Anatomical models at the Sanatorium Cafe

Enjoy a barium mocktail and more at the Sanatorium Cafe in Fukuoka, a quirky place themed around medical establishments of the same name.

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