I would like to share my experience about birth control pill in Japan with details like price (cost), health insurance, and etc. Hope it helps non-Japanese people who (are going to) live in Japan and look for the information about it. This is very different from other countries, at least I know ...
Street Rules in Japan – Eating, Drinking alcohol, Garbage, Smoking, etc
In other country, you might be nervous not to do something breaking rules. Japan has some street rules about eating, drinking ( plus alcohol), garbage, smoking, manner for pet, and so on. Eating Usually you should not eat on the street especially with walking. But you can eat some food in front of ...
Otsukimi – moon viewing festival on Jugoya with odango, seasonal fruits, and harvest.
Otsukimi - お月見(おつきみ) - moon viewing is one of Japanese culture on Jugoya - 十五夜(じゅうごや). The date for Jugoya changes every year, and it is decided based on lunar year and the phases of the moon, so that it is not always on the day of full moon. It is 10/1 in 2020 but full moon is on 10/2. It ...
Japanese Wedding – Yuinou, Dowry, Guests, Rules/Manners, Goshugi, etc.
Some people asked me how Japanese Wedding is like, so I'd like to introduce Japanese culture and tradition for wedding. We have some traditional things for engagement like Yuinou (Shoukou and dowry), and wedding . Also i am going to write rules like Goshugi and outfit that you should know for ...
Manners on the train in JAPAN – what to do/ NOT to do
If you are planning to come to Japan, you might want to know what to do / NOT to do. I would share the manners that Japanese people have on the train. * Those are "manner"s, not rules. Train in Japan Trains are very important transportation in Japan, especially around big cities. Most of ...
Sightseeing Guide : Shibuya and Harajuku (Meiji-jingu) Area
Shibuya & Harajuku area are very popular place for sightseeing in Tokyo. There are a lot of places to visit, like shopping, restaurants, cafes, and photo spots! There are always something NEW too! I'd recommend you to go to this area for sightseeing especially it's your first time to ...
Hong Kong Yum cha – Traditional wagon dim sum restaurant “Maxim’s palace”
Maxim's Palace is traditional wagon serving dim sum (yum cha) restaurant in Hong kong. I had a nice yum cha lunch there. What's is Maxim's palace? This place is very family-friendly, and acceptable for big group! You can have a great view since this restaurant is located nearby ...
Shinjuku Sightseeing Spots/route at Night for adults (20+ yrs old)
Shinjuku is one of famous spots in Tokyo! There are so many things to enjoy.In this article, i write my recommend route which i always take my foreign friends on their visit in Tokyo. i'd start this route a little bit before sunset. Shinjuku Metropolitan Building You can have a view ...
Kamakura Restaurant : Miyoshi – Teuchi Kamaage Udon
Miyoshi might be the best Udon noodle restaurant in Kamakura, in my opinion! You can enjoy their handmade Udon noodle with seasonal Kamakura vegetable tempuras! Miyoshi - Udon Restaurant Kamakura Miyoshi is one of my favorite Udon noodle restaurant where i took my German friend in Kamakura, ...
Kamakura Restaurant : Pacific Drive-in
Pacific Drive-in, Shichirigahama, Kamakura is a restaurant where you can enjoy Hawaiian foods in front of ocean! It's nice for a day trip from Tokyo, too! Pacific Drive-in, in Kamakura Have you ever wish that you could have a breakfast with beautiful ocean view? It is a restaurant located in ...
Ishigaki Island Drive Route Guide – Beach, Food, Sunset, etc.
Ishigaki island is a quite small that you can take a look for a day by car. Here is a drive route that you can enjoy beaches, foods, views, etc and have the best experience! I'm sharing the Google Map that I made for you to easily drive around Ishigaki island. Must Go Places in Ishigaki ...
Ghibli Museum, Mitaka, Tokyo – How to Buy Tickets, Access, Tips, and more info!
Studio Ghibli is the world famous Japanese animation studio behind classic films like My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Kiki's Delivery Service and many more. If you're a fan of any of Studio Ghibli's work and planning a trip to Tokyo, then you need to visit Ghibli Museum. It's truly an incredible ...