PinnedThoa Nguyen7 Must-Dos for the First Time Traveler to JapanSince I’ve been living in Japan for over a decade now, friends often ask me the places and things they must definitely do when they’re in…Mar 21Mar 21
Thoa Nguyen3 Lesser-Known Cherry Blossom River WalksYou’ve probably heard of the cherry blossoms along the Meguro River as one of the must-see cherry blossom spots in Tokyo. But what if I…Apr 16Apr 16
Thoa NguyenHow to Do a Hanami Picnic Like a Local in JapanCherry blossom season in Japan is a magical time when the sakura trees burst into bloom, painting the landscape with delicate shades of…Apr 10Apr 10
Thoa Nguyen3 Underrated Destinations in JapanWhen it comes to traveling in Japan, most tourists flock to the well-trodden paths of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. But if you’re seeking a less…Apr 8Apr 8
Thoa Nguyen7 Must-Buy Products from Japanese DrugstoresWhile most tourists are quite familiar with the awesomeness of the Japanese convenience store, drugstores in Japan are treasure troves of…Apr 3Apr 3
Thoa NguyenHow to Make an Awesome Japan Souvenir Gift BagOne of my favorite souvenirs to bring back to friends and family at home (in the States) is a gift bag filled with various snacks and…Mar 31Mar 31
Thoa NguyenOne-Day Kamakura Itinerary for Cherry Blossom SeasonLast year, I had the pleasure of curating a memorable itinerary for Jennifer and Michael, an American couple visiting Japan. From donning…Mar 27Mar 27
Thoa Nguyen7 Foods to Try in Japanese Convenience StoresAs a tourist, you’ll come to appreciate how absolutely convenient having a convenience store nearby will be, with things like luggage…Mar 26Mar 26
Thoa Nguyen12 Must-Eat Foods for First-Time Travelers to JapanThe culinary standards in Japan are sky-high, making it a foodie paradise where finding a bad meal is probably harder than stumbling upon a…Mar 24Mar 24
Thoa Nguyen7 Must-Sees for the First-Time Traveler to JapanThis must-see list is probably a bit different from any of the other ones out there. The TL;DR is basically, besides Mt. Fuji, it doesn’t…Mar 22Mar 22
