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March 28, 2021March 28, 2021japan, life, spring, tokyo

Things To Do in Tokyo’s Ryogoku Besides Sumo

JR Ryogoku Station

Ryogoku (両国) is perhaps best known for sumo. Which begs the question, are there things to do for those who aren’t fans? The answer is yes.

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February 27, 2021February 28, 2021tohoku, travel, winter

A Weekend in Yamagata: Ginzan, Zao Snow Monsters & Earthquakes

Ginzan Onsen at night

I was finally able to cross off two spots in Yamagata Prefecture long on my bucket list: Ginzan Onsen and the snow monsters of Mt. Zao.

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December 29, 2020December 29, 2020japan, tokyo

A Quaint Afternoon with Birds at Kotori Cafe Ueno

Street view of Kotori Cafe Ueno

If you like birds, then you must check out Kotori Cafe Ueno (ことりカフェ上野本店), which features dozens of small birds to enjoy afternoon tea with.

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November 25, 2020March 19, 2025autumn, japan, tokyo

Exploring the G-cans: Japan’s Massive Underground Drain

G-cans the underground temple in Saitama

Located 50m below ground, the G-cans is one of the largest underground drains in the world. Its main tank resembles a futuristic temple.

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November 12, 2020November 12, 2020eating, japan, life, tokyo

I Ate Lunch at Hooters Ginza on a Work Day

I recently discovered that Hooters Ginza serves lunch specials. Since it’s located near my office, I decided to try it out. For science.

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October 30, 2020October 30, 2020eating, japan, tokyo

Hitting up mr. kanso, a Canned Food Bar in Tokyo

Mr. kanso Ueno-Okachimachi canned foods

Mr. kanso is a quirky canned food bar chain with around 50 locations across Japan and Taiwan. I visited one to check out the unusual concept.

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October 17, 2020October 24, 2023autumn, chubu, japan, travel

Hiking to Happo Pond in Hakuba: A Breathtaking Experience

Misty Happo Pond in autumn

Hiking Happo Pond is a breathtaking experience that should be on the bucket list of any nature lover or photographer. Here’s what to expect.

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September 25, 2020September 25, 2020japan, tokyo

This Abandoned Konbini in Saitama has Major Ghibli Vibes

In the quiet suburbs of Saitama Prefecture, an abandoned konbini has charmed explorers for its Ghibli-like vibes. And for good reason.

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September 13, 2020September 13, 2020japan, tokyo

Tokorozawa Sakura Town + teamLab: A Photographer’s Dream

Kadokawa Culture Museum, Tokorozawa Sakura Town

Tokorozawa Sakura Town and teamLab have added the cool factor to Saitama Prefecture. Here are some highlights of this photogenic complex!

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August 19, 2020August 19, 2020japan, life, personal

Review: 5 Reusable Masks for the New Normal

Comparing reusable masks

I decided to review five different types of reusable masks I’ve used during this pandemic, based on the metrics of price, comfort, functionality and aesthetic.

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