Welcome to the record of my mishaps, adventures, and lessons learned in Japan.
In this corner of the internet, I help other gaijins tackle the challenging aspects of life in Japan—like learning the language, being a foreign parent and, well, choosing sanitary napkins.
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Hinamatsuri: A Clueless Foreigner’s Complete Guide to Japan’s Doll-Filled Girl Power Festival
So, you thought Japan’s only big festival in March was cherry blossom season? Nope. Allow…
Yokohama Strawberry Festival 2025: A Sweet, Juicy Paradise You Can’t Miss
Strawberry lovers, this is not a drill. The Yokohama Strawberry Festival 2025 is back, and…
Top 10 Stunning Must-See Plum Blossom Spots in Kanagawa for 2025
Every year, people go absolutely feral over cherry blossoms, flooding parks, snapping a million photos,…
Aggressive Nara Deer? 8 Essential Tips to Stay Safe & Enjoy Your Visit
The Nara deer are legendary. These four-legged locals have been hanging out in Nara Park…
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Hinamatsuri: A Clueless Foreigner’s Complete Guide to Japan’s Doll-Filled Girl Power Festival
So, you thought Japan’s only big festival in March was cherry blossom season? Nope. Allow…
Yokohama Strawberry Festival 2025: A Sweet, Juicy Paradise You Can’t Miss
Strawberry lovers, this is not a drill. The Yokohama Strawberry Festival 2025 is back, and…
Top 10 Stunning Must-See Plum Blossom Spots in Kanagawa for 2025
Every year, people go absolutely feral over cherry blossoms, flooding parks, snapping a million photos,…
Aggressive Nara Deer? 8 Essential Tips to Stay Safe & Enjoy Your Visit
The Nara deer are legendary. These four-legged locals have been hanging out in Nara Park…
Setsubun Guide: 5 Fun Facts Every Foreign Parent Needs to Know!
So you’ve found yourself in Japan with kids, and February 3rd rolls around. Suddenly, everyone’s…
Experience Yokohama Chinese Spring Festival 2025 – Japan’s Biggest Lunar Celebration!
Alright, festival lovers, if you’re searching for the ultimate way to kick off February, look…
