Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival: See Sakura in February!
Only 80 mins from Tokyo, the Matsuda Cherry Blossom Festival offers the chance to see the early-blooming Kawazuzakura as early as February.
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5 Essential Websites for Living in China
In my year or so living in China, I discovered a number of Chinese websites which proved indispensable to my sanity. Let me introduce them to you.
Read moreBURLESQUE Tokyo: For First-timers to Roppongi Nightlife
Located in one of the centres of nightlife, Roppongi, BURLESQUE Tokyo mixes Japanese underground culture with sexy cabaret and a dash of otaku-ism.
Read moreA Review of North Korean Snacks: Expectation vs Reality
During my trip last September, I was able to purchase 5 North Korean snacks from a local supermarket. Here’s my honest opinion of how each snack tasted.
Read moreA Guide to Kaiping China: the Land of Overseas Chinese
I spent hours researching for my visit to Kaiping, China. Here’s a DIY guide to help other ABCs and English-speakers explore the diaolou and their roots!
Read more8 Things to Do in Macau’s Cotai Strip Besides Gambling
The Vegas-inspired Cotai Strip in Macau is lined with casinos, but it’s more than just poker tables. Here are 8 things to do that don’t involve gambling!
Read moreNinja Shinjuku: A Theme Restaurant That Gets It Right
Opened in 2017, Ninja Shinjuku is a fun theme restaurant located in west Shinjuku with hidden doors, ninja magic tricks and dishes set on fire.
Read moreDine With the Fishes at LUXIS Aqua Restaurant & Bar
Located underground in the elegant suburb of Ebisu, LUXIS Aqua Restaurant & Bar is a different kind of themed cafe. I personally rate it a 8/10.
Read moreHAGU Cafe: A Hedgehog Cafe in the Heart of Shinjuku
HAGU Cafe in Shinjuku features both hedgehogs and degu. The good thing about it being less known is two-fold: there are less people, and it’s slightly cheaper.
Read moreSailor Moon Real-life Locations Part 2: Tennouzu Isle is Mugen Gakuen
Azabu-Juban has become a well known Sailor Moon real-life location. But did you know another Tokyo spot, Tennouzu Isle, is the model for Mugen Gakuen?
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