I am a foodie. I actually plan my adventures quite often around food. I have documented my journey over the past year and here are some...

I arrived in Okinawa with only 1,000 pounds of personal belongings. I had such a memorable experience findings things for my home. This...

This summer I spent a week in Hokkaido in Sapporo. It was an absolutely amazing experience and there was no shortage of things to do and...

A very simple pleasure I have made part of my life for years is buying fresh flowers. Here in Okinawa, you can get quite beautiful...

These are three of my FAVORITE things to eat. I can make all of them too! Yakisoba is perhaps the simplest of the three. This is omusoba....

Although I love sake, I will save that for another post. Here is a whole bunch of drinks I love that are nonalcholic. They are found in...

Japanese cheesecake is a labor of love. It is nothing like American cheesecake. I am OBSESSED with it. I have bought it at local grocery...

I absolutely love gyoza. It became a staple in my diet here. I even learned how to make them. I did use the premade dumpling wrappers but...

This one store in any city within Japan you have to visit. It is hard to describe exactly what type of store it is, but it is a discount...

In Japan, manhole coverings are decorated. Yes, they are a thing here and a fun part of the culture to discover. I have discovered a...

The phrase atarashi hajimari means new beginning in Japanese. This phrase reminds me of Sakura season as it represents renewal and new...

Japan is a country rich in tradition, culture, and history, making it a top destination for travelers seeking authentic experiences. For...

Japan is a country filled with rich cultural experiences waiting to be discovered, from traditional tea ceremonies to serene garden...

Are you an avid traveler with a thirst for cultural experiences? If so, exploring Japan should be at the top of your bucket list. From...