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If You Catch COVID-19 in Japan (Resources in English)

No Comments Lifestyle, Uncategorized November 7, 2020
Surgical masks, thermometer, and note that says "Stop COVID-19"
What should you do if you catch COVID-19 in Japan? First, reach out to a consultation center! You can find more resources on this page.
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Tokyo’s dark princesses: Gothic lolita fashion in Japan

No Comments Arts & Media, Culture February 6, 2017
Two people in Japan dressed in red and black gothic lolita fashion
Black roses, bloomers and cobwebs—welcome to the world of gothic lolita fashion… Gothic lolita (also known as gosurori, ゴスロリ) is one of Japan's more famous street fashion subcultures.
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Book Review: Maido, A gaijin’s guide to Japanese gestures and culture

4 Comments Culture, Lifestyle January 22, 2017
Colorful characters making gestures on cover of "Maido"
Knowing the common gestures in Japan give insight to its culture and history (and help you avoid embarrassing yourself!) In this post, I review the book "Maido, A gaijin's guide …
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Strange Akihabara Vending Machine Corner

15 Comments Culture, Off-Beat Tokyo, Travel January 9, 2017
Close-up of toy beetles for sale in a vending machine
At this odd Akihabara vending machine corner, you'll find toy rhinoceros beetles, suppon (soft-shelled turtle) drink, Himalayan salt, model bullet trains, and signs. Lots and lots of crazy signs.
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Aoyama Flower Market Tea House: Rose Parfait

No Comments Culture, Food, Off-Beat Tokyo, Restaurants, Travel December 19, 2016
Flower Parfait with pink rose jelly, vanilla ice cream and rose petals on top
The Aoyama Flower Market Tea House is exactly as you might imagine it: peaceful with plenty of flowers around you and in the food.
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