A deceptively sunny day, I kept throwing on my jacket when the chilly wind blew, taking it off again when the clouds parted. We sprawled out on a patch of grass under the cherry blossom trees, on plastic blue tarps, the corners held down by various sneakers and stylish heeled boots. Mothers chased their giggling… Continue reading Hanami, Sakura, and Sake
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Hiroshima & Miyajima: Two Days
The precious double-dark. Two consecutive days off, gifted to us every couple of weeks, allowing for mini-trips and a short taste of real life. I opted to visit Hiroshima and the nearby Miyajima Island. Despite how unprepared I was for the emotional and physical weight of the trip, it was incredible. Here is my itinerary… Continue reading Hiroshima & Miyajima: Two Days
Just My Luck: A Taste Of Fortune Telling In Gifu
I toss a coin and pull a strip of paper from the box. Tightly bound, I pulled open the scroll and check my fortune for the year ahead: 吉 (kichi)
The Ultimate Guide To Japanese New Years
Celebrating Oshougatsu (お正月), The Japanese New Year Popping bottles of champagne, sharing a kiss with your sweetheart, and counting down the ball drop into the new year…there are so many fun traditions that come with New Years. It’s a little different in Japan.