• Asia,  Books,  Japan

    Travel Book Club (May 2025): My Year Abroad

    It’s time to get started on the book in our 2025 Travel Book Club! You voted and in May we’ll be reading My Year Abroad by Chang-rae Lee. Stick around to the end of the post to vote for June’s book! My Year Abroad Author: Chang-rae LeePages: 491Published: 2021 Join the discussion on Facebook starting May 26! Vote for June’s Book If you like it, put a pin on it!

  • Asia,  Books,  Japan

    Travel Book Club: Abroad in Japan Discussion (April 2025)

    It’s time for the next discussion in our 2025 Travel Book Club! In April we read Abroad in Japan and I’ve compiled some questions below to get the discussion started! Share your thoughts, then check out what we’re reading next month! Abroad in Japan Author: Chris BroadPages: 320Published: 2024 Join the discussion on Facebook! Caution: Spoilers Ahead! Abroad in Japan is an engaging memoir that takes readers through author Chris Broad’s decade-long adventure in Japan. Chris, a British filmmaker and founder of the “Abroad in Japan” YouTube channel, shares his experiences from his initial days as an English teacher to becoming one of Japan’s most well-known foreign YouTubers.  Arriving in rural…

  • Featured,  Japan

    The Best Tokyo Kimono Rental: A Guide to Your Traditional Experience

    When visiting Japan, one of the things I was super excited about was doing a Tokyo Kimono rental and photo session! Spoiler alert: the photos turned out super cute and I’d do it again in a heartbeat! Renting a kimono or yukata can be a delightful and memorable experience, offering a unique way to immerse yourself in Japanese culture. Most kimono rental shops provide a wide range of kimonos and yukatas to choose from, catering to different tastes and preferences. The staff at these shops are usually very helpful and will assist you in selecting the perfect garment for your occasion. Booking Your Tokyo Kimono Rental I booked my Tokyo…

  • Asia,  Books,  Japan

    Travel Book Club (April 2025): Abroad in Japan

    It’s time to get started on the book in our 2025 Travel Book Club! You voted and in April we’ll be reading Abroad in Japan! Stick around to the end of the post to vote for May’s book! Abroad in Japan Author: Chris BroadPages: 320Published: 2024 Join the discussion on Facebook starting April 28! Vote for May’s Book If you like it, put a pin on it!

  • Asia,  Food

    Tasting Unique Asian-Flavored Potato Chips: A Snack Adventure!

    I’m a snack enthusiast at heart and I was thrilled to find that my local Asian market just added a massive new snack section! It’s filled with all sorts of fascinating and unique snack foods, including snacks that are perfect for any occasion. They offer a variety of unique Asian snacks that can replace traditional snacks like popcorn, making movie nights and parties more exciting. Naturally, I had to try every single one, and today, I’m sharing my taste test journey with you! Exploring the World of Asian Snacks Asian snacks offer a kaleidoscope of flavors that can take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey. From the fiery kick…