Welcome hikers! If you’re looking for an adventure steeped in history, spirituality and natural beauty, the Kumano Kodo trail in Japan should be high on your list. Why? This ancient pilgrimage route which winds through the mountains of the Kii…
Ever wondered if the nerd eating chicken tendies stereotype existed outside of the anglosphere? It does. And in Japan, they’re called “chigyu” (チー牛) or “chi-gyu” named after the abbreviation for cheese gyudon. But why? What ties this rather ordinary beef…
Most people coming to Japan will spend their first trip in Tokyo exclusively. If they’re more adventurous, they’ll visit Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka which is a better way to experience Japan in my opinion. But most travel information is either…
If you have interest in mountaineering, Junko Tabei is a woman you’ll eventually come across. This Japanese woman holds the title of being the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest, but her story started long before this…
It’s the 7th of June, you know what that means! Oh you don’t? Well let me fill you in. Grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let’s dive into the tragic love story that is Tanabata. Have you ever…
Tucked away in Japan’s Suita, Osaka is a creepy looking marvel that’s both whimsical and profound, strange yet evocative. It’s called Taiyo no To (太陽の塔) or the Tower of the Sun. For those who haven’t had the pleasure (and perhaps…
In the realm of culinary impact, nobody gets to stand as tall and proud as Momofuku Ando. Without his genius and perseverance, college dormitories, busy office break rooms, and countless broke people would starve. You see, Ando is the brilliant…
Have you yearned to add spice to your ordinary life? Just like adding some chill flakes to your usual pasta recipe. Hasn’t such a thought aroused a feeling within yourself to want more? Don’t you want to make your inner…
When it comes to dollar stores, Americans know about Dollar Tree and Dollar General, they’re everywhere. But in Japan, a giant called Daiso stands above the others. It’s Japanese billionaire founder, Hirotake Yano, a man famous for bringing affordable products…
Heya ice cream lovers! Today, we’ll talk about Japan’s version of the ice cream sandwich: Monaka ice cream. Never heard of it? Good, I’m here to give you the scoop (pun totally intended 😉). What is monaka even? First things…
