Renting an apartment in Japan: a Guide

Moving to Japan for studying or working? Whichever is your…

Kusatsu Onsen — a real Hot Spring Gem

My expectations of Kusatsu Onsen were not too high to begin with. The little hot spring…

The nostalgic feeling of a typical Japanese summer night I never experienced

Exploring the Wonders of Hokkaido

From Sapporo via Kushiro to Shiretoko

Fresh off the Plane — Moving to Japan (A Useful Guide)

Even for one who’s had experience living…

Robot Restaurant — More Than Just Japanese Girls in Racy Costumes

A fight to the death. Visitation…

Tokyo Railway Commute — Thrilling or Traumatic?

If you’re lucky enough (or unlucky enough) to find a…

My Tokyo Ramen Adventure

The ups and downs of falling in love with Ramen

What I discovered When I Climbed Up a Hill in Japan

Each step you take is a surprise and a delight.

Culture Shock — sometimes it kicks you right in the guts