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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Rakuten Points: How to Hoard Them and Make the Most of Your Glorious Rakuten Credit Card in 2025
So, let me start with the tea: I got my Rakuten credit card because, frankly,…
Iconic Mount Fuji With or Without the Snow Cap in 2024
Alright, confession time: I’m a hardcore Mount Fuji fan. I’m talking full-on groupie vibes. Living…
Free Yokohama Walking Itinerary for History Buffs: Explore Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Historic Gems
If you’ve been living in Yokohama for a while, like I have, you’ll know this…
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…
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Rakuten Points: How to Hoard Them and Make the Most of Your Glorious Rakuten Credit Card in 2025
So, let me start with the tea: I got my Rakuten credit card because, frankly,…
Iconic Mount Fuji With or Without the Snow Cap in 2024
Alright, confession time: I’m a hardcore Mount Fuji fan. I’m talking full-on groupie vibes. Living…
Free Yokohama Walking Itinerary for History Buffs: Explore Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Historic Gems
If you’ve been living in Yokohama for a while, like I have, you’ll know this…
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….
