What’s up with Japan’s obsession with gachapon
From young children and high school students to grown men eagerly turning a knob while their partner waits in excitement beside them,…
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January 23, 2023
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Hana Otsuka
Hana is a freelance writer, finance analyst, and chef who pursues various hobbies. She aspires to be a philanthropist who helps out others in any way she can.
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Mark your calendars for Japan’s public holidays in 2023
With 2022 coming to a close, it’s time to get your 2023 plans in motion, starting with the days that you can…
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January 2, 2023
Avoid the stress with these moving companies and services in Japan
Moving to a new apartment in Japan or entering/leaving the country for an extended period and needing your belongings taken care of?…
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December 26, 2022
Best pocket Wi-Fi in Japan 2022
Looking for reliable and fast internet to help you with Google Maps or uploading updates on social media during your stay in…
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December 5, 2022
Check out these Japanese souvenirs for your next trip to Japan
With Japan finally opening up to the world and allowing tourists to explore with more freedom, you might be interested in some…
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November 21, 2022
How to organize a tiny apartment
Let’s face it, accommodations in Japan are tiny, with the average floor space for an apartment in Tokyo being 65.9 sqm –…
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November 4, 2022
Tips on how to beat inflation in Japan, weakening Yen, and rising costs everywhere
Those handling household budgets should have realized by now that for the same amount of groceries, the total bill is disappointingly higher…
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October 21, 2022
Be fully prepared for typhoon season in Japan
The lack of sunny days and difficulty in hanging laundry outdoors is a sure sign that it’s officially the rainy season in…
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September 30, 2022
5 travel destinations in Japan for every wanderlust
As border restrictions ease and Japan opens up to tourists, you might be ready to search for places to see in the…
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September 23, 2022