Category: Travel guide

  • 5 Summer Foods to Cool Off in Japan

    5 Summer Foods to Cool Off in Japan

    One of the things I love about Japanese food is its sheer variety – there’s always so much to choose from all year round. Whereas in the UK I might be limited to a bowl of ice cream to cool off, there are much more fun options in Japan. This is just a small selection…

  • 5 Iconic Great Buddha Statues in Japan

    5 Iconic Great Buddha Statues in Japan

    In Japan, Great Buddha statues are called daibutsu. There are quite a lot of these large Buddha statues around Japan, but these are some of the most iconic ones that deserve to be on Japan bucket lists. See the full article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/5-iconic-great-buddha-statues-in-japan/

  • VTubers Delivering Your Food in Tokyo

    VTubers Delivering Your Food in Tokyo

    Based on a recent press release regarding Yakiniku no Watami, a yakiniku restaurant, I looked at what’s happening with the VTubers who will be serving customers for a limited time in Tokyo. Read the article here: https://livejapan.com/en/in-tokyo/in-pref-tokyo/in-ikebukuro/article-a0005164/

  • Japanese Recipe Adventures: Hiyashi Chuka

    Japanese Recipe Adventures: Hiyashi Chuka

    My boyfriend doesn’t usually make dinner requests, but as soon as summer hits, Hiyashi Chuka is what he asks for. And I gladly comply, because it’s a wonderfully cool dish that doesn’t require much cooking, making it great for those hot summer nights. See the recipe article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/japanese-recipe-adventures-hiyashi-chuka/

  • Japanese Recipe Adventures: Goya Chanpuru

    Japanese Recipe Adventures: Goya Chanpuru

    When I first tried Goya in Okinawa, I’ll admit it didn’t grip me straight away. Those bitter flavours are not something my British palette was particularly accustomed to. But after some time went by, I found myself craving the Okinawan dish once more! Here’s my recipe for how to make it, published on GaijinPot:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/japanese-recipe-adventures-goya-chanpuru/

  • 10 Most Popular Streets in Naha

    10 Most Popular Streets in Naha

    From the famous Kokusai Dori street for shopping to the traditional Kinjo Stone Road for ceramics, there are some really interesting streets around the Naha region of Okinawa. See my street recommendations on Hotels.com: https://uk.hotels.com/go/japan/most-popular-streets-naha

  • Chef Kazuhisa Nakao On His Miyazaki Dining Innovation

    Chef Kazuhisa Nakao On His Miyazaki Dining Innovation

    I interviewed chef Kazuhisa Nakao, former chef to the Japanese Ambassador of Hong Kong. He told me about his time in Hong Kong and Bali, and the challenges he faces running three restaurants under one roof. All images in this article were taken by me. Read the article here:https://www.tokyoweekender.com/2022/05/miyazaki-dining-innovation-chef-kazuhisa-nakao/

  • Ibaraki by Bike: Sightseeing Around Tsukuba

    Ibaraki by Bike: Sightseeing Around Tsukuba

    With its wide cycle lanes and ample sightseeing spots, Tsukuba is a great place to cycle around in Japan’s Ibaraki prefecture. Here are a few spots that are easily accessible by bike from Tsukuba Station, as well as some further options if you choose to visit by car. Read the article here:https://japantoday.com/category/special-promotion/ibaraki-by-bike-sightseeing-around-tsukuba-and-the-ring-ring-road

  • A cycling adventure on Ibaraki’s Ring Ring Road

    A cycling adventure on Ibaraki’s Ring Ring Road

    I’ve cycled many times around the Ring Ring Road in Ibaraki, and it’s always a fun adventure. Some parts have more to see, and other parts are more about gaining speed and enjoying the cycle. Here are a few recommended spots on the Lake Kasumigaura course for anyone who is a beginner to the cycle…

  • Mount Kirishima: Hiking an Active Volcano

    Mount Kirishima: Hiking an Active Volcano

    In March 2022 I hiked an active volcano range with my fiancé’s family. A few years ago, I never would have thought to do such a thing! In this article I retell my experience with some useful information for anyone thinking to hike it themselves. All photos in this article were taken by me. Read…