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January 16, 2022March 17, 2023japan, 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.

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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!

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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.

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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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June 9, 2021June 9, 2021japan, life, tokyo

Staycation Review: Nest Hotel Tokyo Hanzomon

Hotel Nest Hanzomon lobby

A three-star hotel with a slightly extravagant feel, Nest Hotel Tokyo Hanzomon ended up being one of the best staycations I’ve had so far.

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May 31, 2021May 31, 2021japan, life, personal, tokyo

Private Rental Gyms in Tokyo: Work Out During COVID

Private rental gym in Kinshicho

Private rental gyms in Tokyo are the perfect solution to keep up those gains during a COVID-19 state of emergency. I tried three this time.

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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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