October 31, 2024October 31, 2024asia, china, summer, travel A Guide to Visiting Gubei Water Town & Simatai Great Wall Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall are regarded as a holiday resort, but for foreign visitors they may be more a cultural experience. Read more
October 24, 2024October 30, 2024japan, personal Review: Sakuraco Monthly Japanese Snack Box I recently tried a box from Sakuraco, a company that works with Japanese family-owned businesses to curate their monthly snack selection. Read more
September 22, 2024September 21, 2024europe, travel, turkey How to Get from Istanbul to Cappadocia Without Flying While flying is the fastest way to go from Istanbul to Cappadocia, going by land is also a fine option if you prefer the scenic route like me. Read more
September 16, 2024September 16, 2024europe, summer, travel, turkey Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia: Tips & What to Expect I recently decided to go to Turkey and tick hot air ballooning in Cappadocia off my bucket list. It met all expectations, and then some. Read more
August 27, 2024August 27, 2024japan, kanto, summer, tokyo Hatonosu Valley: An Easy, Scenic Hike in Tokyo’s West Hatonosu Valley is an easy hike that can be completed by anyone with normal fitness, and the perfect nature-filled getaway from the city. Read more
July 25, 2024July 25, 2024japan, kanto, life, summer Testing My Limits at Japan’s Forest Adventure Parks Forest Adventure is a chain of outdoor parks in Japan that offer various treetop courses, zip lines, and other adventurous activities. Read more
June 25, 2024August 22, 2024crane games, japan, kanto, life, tokyo Where to Play Crane Games In and Around Tokyo (and Win!) Tokyo is a paradise for claw machine fans, with plenty of spots to hone your skills. Get the lowdown on where to play crane games in Tokyo! Read more
May 18, 2024May 13, 2024japan, kanto, spring, summer, travel A Day Trip to Sarushima, Tokyo Bay’s Only Natural Island A great mix of history and abundant nature, Sarushima offers the perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. Read more
May 11, 2024May 11, 2024crane games, japan, life, tokyo Best Places to Play Crane Games in Shinjuku If you find yourself in bustling Shinjuku craving some crane game action, you’re in luck. Here’s the lowdown on arcades worth checking out. Read more
April 6, 2024May 24, 2024crane games, japan, life, personal The Best Online Crane Game Apps in Japan (IMHO) For those that don’t live near a game arcade, online crane game apps will help you spend all your money from the comfort of your home. Read more