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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Garbage Sorting and Recycling in Japan: What You Really Need to Know to Avoid Trash Nightmares
Let me tell you, when I first moved to Japan almost ten years ago, I…
Tsukimi: Captivating Moon Gazing, Japanese-Style (And Why It’s So Much More Than Just Staring at the Sky)
Alright, let’s talk about Tsukimi—also known as the Moon Viewing Festival. When I first heard…
Keirō no Hi: How Japan Does “Respect Your Elders” Right
If there’s one thing Japan gets so right, it’s knowing how to honor the elderly….
Japanese Holidays: A Complete Guide for Foreigners (From a Foreign Mom Trying to Keep Up)
Living in Japan as a foreign mom is like constantly being thrown into a whirlwind…
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Garbage Sorting and Recycling in Japan: What You Really Need to Know to Avoid Trash Nightmares
Let me tell you, when I first moved to Japan almost ten years ago, I…
Tsukimi: Captivating Moon Gazing, Japanese-Style (And Why It’s So Much More Than Just Staring at the Sky)
Alright, let’s talk about Tsukimi—also known as the Moon Viewing Festival. When I first heard…
Keirō no Hi: How Japan Does “Respect Your Elders” Right
If there’s one thing Japan gets so right, it’s knowing how to honor the elderly….
Japanese Holidays: A Complete Guide for Foreigners (From a Foreign Mom Trying to Keep Up)
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Yorunoyo: Get Ready for a Dazzling Winter in Yokohama!
Yokohama is set to shine with the “Yorunoyo” illumination event, happening from December 5 to…
4 Stunning Campsites for Fall Foliage in the Kanto Region
As the summer heat begins to fade, Japan’s landscapes transform in the most breathtaking way…
