5 Things I Just Can't Get Used To In Japan
Living in Japan certainly has its ups and downs. There are lots of great and cool things about Japan (mostly as a tourist & traveller),...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Aug 25
- 3 min
Minoh Falls Light Up (8/22)
I had the pleasure of going to Minoo Falls at night this year to see it lit up. The last day to go is this Sunday, so if you're looking...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Aug 24
- 4 min
Title to the Worst Business Hotels in Japan Goes To...
Treat yourselves, folks. Guesthouses and hostels aren't always the cheapest available. Don't settle for just cheap, you are worth it.
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Kansai & Beyond
- Aug 10
- 2 min
Mont Blanc Speciality Shop in Kyoto
There are tons of amazing cafes in Kyoto, serving up sweets and coffee, but if you're looking for something a bit more unique and you're...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Apr 25
- 2 min
Jonan-gu Shrine in Early Spring (Photo Blog)
Hi, today I just wanted to share with you some photos I took in Kyoto at Jonan-gu. They have a huge plum garden with tsubaki flowers...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Mar 5
- 3 min
The Lovely (And Magical) Night Illuminations at Kitano-Tenmangu (Kyoto)
Kitano-Tenmangu is a shrine where students come to pray for success of their exams. It is also famous for autumn colors. And plum blossoms!
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Kansai & Beyond
- Nov 20, 2022
- 3 min
Nintendo Store Opens in Osaka!
On November 11th, the second Nintendo Store in Japan finally opened in Osaka. It is located in the Daimaru Department Store in...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Nov 12, 2022
- 3 min
English Days at Kidzania Koshien
Last month, I was fortunate enough to have ushered our homeroom class for the "EAP Program" (English Program) they have at Kidzania...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Oct 15, 2022
- 3 min
Deer Antler Cutting Ceremony (鹿の角きり) in Nara
This October, over the three-day long weekend, I was told about the antler cutting ceremony near Nara Park and I decided to take a look....
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Kansai & Beyond
- Jul 23, 2022
- 5 min
My Tips on Using the Seishun 18 Kippu
Summer vacation is basically just around the corner for everyone, and we are all probably looking for ways to get out of the house and...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Jul 14, 2022
- 1 min
Get Your American Fixes at Rich Garden
In the Namba area of Osaka and looking for a burger? Here's a little taste of America I want to show you today!
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Kansai & Beyond
- Jul 9, 2022
- 5 min
MIMARU Osaka Namba Station: The Perfect Hotel for a break from your Japan Travels, or a Staycation!
I‘ve always been a huge fan of board games and I absolutely love going to board game cafes with my friends. There are plenty of board...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Jun 8, 2022
- 2 min
Nakanoshima Rose Garden
If you're ever around Osaka looking for places to walk around, take some photos, I highly recommend heading to Nakanoshima. You can reach...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Mar 31, 2022
- 2 min
Sakura at JR Nada Station (in Kobe)
Having worked in Kobe for 5 years, I always wondered where the best spots for hanami in Kobe and sakura in Kobe were. Many of my...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Feb 9, 2022
- 6 min
Staying at i+Land Nagasaki Resort and Island Lumina
I was really fortunate to be able to take a car out to Nagasaki Prefecture recently. Since I have already been to Nagasaki proper years...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Jan 20, 2022
- 2 min
Why Go Pokémon Manhole Hunting?
As you know, I really do like Pokémon quite a lot. I’ve written about the Pokémon cafe experience in the past (the Osaka one, but also...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Jan 13, 2022
- 3 min
Random Animal Encounters
Japan isn't unique in that you can run into wild (or domesticated wild) animals no matter where you go. I wouldn't be so silly to suggest...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Nov 19, 2021
- 4 min
Hidden Gems in Nara - Mt. Katsuragi
Are you here in Kansai and looking for places to go in Nara? Already been to Nara Park and want to explore more of Nara? If you need some...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Oct 31, 2021
- 2 min
What a Halloween Sweets Buffet in Japan Looks Like (At Nankai Swissotel)
I won a Sweets Buffet coupon from Nankai Swissotel during the summer, and I decided to use it for Halloween. It's not a review of the...
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Kansai & Beyond
- Oct 28, 2021
- 5 min
Buffets in Japan
Many travel blogs & website like to advertise specialty restaurants. Ramen restaurants. Sushi restaurants. Curry restaurants. Afterall,...
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