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How To Experience Japan From Home

It’s an unfortunate truth that so many of us who want to travel to Japan every year, won’t be able to.…

February 28, 2022January 12, 2023
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The Strange Truth About Japanese Washing Machines

Japan is a country that enjoys the journey as well as the destination. Both in a metaphorical and physical sense.…

February 26, 2022
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What Are Those Japanese Backpacks Called?

I have way too many backpacks. One for weekend getaways, one for hiking and adventuring, one specifically for photography...…

February 25, 2022February 25, 2022
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9 Japanese Music Artists You Should Listen To

After receiving some cough*interesting*cough comments stating I was too hard on J-Pop, I thought it best to do an entire post dedicated to my favourite Japanese music artists.…

February 23, 2022January 12, 2023
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6 Japanese Sports Brands You Should Buy From.

I don’t consider myself a sports fanatic. Well, except for skiing anyway… Before I wrote this article, I honestly couldn’t name even one Japanese sports brand. I have, however, heard of a fair few of them but not realised their connection to…

February 21, 2022January 12, 2023
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14 YouTubers In Japan You Should Be Watching

If you can't get to Japan, what's the next best thing? Watching countless hours of Japanese content, of course!…

February 19, 2022January 12, 2023
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