When my husband and I decided we wanted to live in Japan, we had to formulate a game plan. Japan, while a beautiful, complex country, is also historically… xenophobic. This makes immigrating there quite difficult. From the isolationism and closing of…
In Spring, Nikko is lush and green. In the fall, ginkgo trees turn the shade of ochre. But no matter what time of the year you’re visiting, I highly recommend these Top 7 Things to do in Nikko and Kinugawa!…
Shibuya is world-renowned for its numerous high-end shops and eateries, the Hachiko statue, and the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing. If you’re interested in Japanese culture or media, you’ve definitely heard of it one way or another. Thousands of bodies cross…
By now, everyone knows Tokyo is an expansive city full of places to go. Within each ward there are several bustling districts. Ginza is one such popular district in the heart of Chuo City. Ginza boasts several luxury department stores and…
If you’ve ever traveled abroad be it for vacation, work or as a study-abroad experience, you’re bound to have experienced culture shock. Fresh new cultures abound with new perspectives, differing values, traits, and cultures. But what happens when you return…
I’ve been an avid fan of the Hobonichi Techo for going on 9 years now! I can’t believe it’s been that long. As a Nintendo lover, Shigesato Itoi’s MOTHER series and online publications hold a special place in my heart,…