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Ultimate Food Guide to Ukiha, Japan
It’s no secret that Ukiha is my favourite town in Japan, and the main reason is the ridiculous amount of good food available there. If you’re planning a trip to Fukuoka, then a stop in Ukiha is worth it just for the eats. Breakfast We may as well start with the most important meal of…
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Hostel & Cafe Farolito: A cosy hostel stay in the quiet town of Ukiha, Japan
Of all the hotels and hostels I’ve stayed at in Japan, this humble little hostel was by far my favourite accommodation across the country. With pristine amenities, comfortable beds, friendly locals, and hosts that truly make you feel at home, Hostel & Cafe Farolito is a place you will want to return to. Hospitable hosts…
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Things to know about moving to Japan: 2025
Japan has never been a hotter destination than it is right now, and plenty of us around the world have thought about packing our bags and moving on over at least once in our lives, but what does the process of moving to Japan actually entail and what can you realistically expect when you get…
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Ramen Musashiya: The best ramen I ate while living in Tokyo + Kawagoe Festival
Tokyo is filled to the brim with top notch ramen restaurants, ranging from neat ‘n’ tidy popular chains to haphazard alleyway shops, it’s pretty hard to find a bad bowl. During my 9-month stint living in Tokyo, though, Ramen Musashiya reigned supreme. Where to find Ramen Musashiya Okay, so this ramen joint is actually in…
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Okutama: An easy hike close to Tokyo
When the hustle and bustle of Tokyo is feeling like too much to bear, it’s nice to know that nature escapes are a mere train ride away. Tucked away in the Western corner of Tokyo prefecture sits the quiet district of Okutama – full of mountains, gorges, and trees galore, it’s the perfect place for…
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Double Decker Yogo Tart
Last year saw the return of Yogo Dirt Dessert to supermarket shelves but… I can’t be the only one who wishes it was the Double Decker Yogo instead. That silky smooth chocolatey custard we all know and love topped with a layer of fluffy, airy marshmallow cream. For any international viewers, Yogo is a popular…
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My top pastries in Melbourne
I don’t get to Melbourne as often as I’d like but you can bet that when I do make it over there, it’s all about the food. My top priority: a delightful pastry to accompany a world famous cup of Melbourne barista brew, what more could you want? Bakemono Bakers I first came across this…
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Green Road: A beautiful spot for cherry blossoms in Tokyo
There’s a lot of wonderful parks and gardens for viewing cherry blossoms in Tokyo, but as we know, the well-known spots can get crowded and quickly unenjoyable. At Green Road in Kodaira, however, onlookers can move and flow at a leisurely pace along the peaceful path lined with canopies of pale-pink cherry blossoms overhead. Getting…
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Is Japan the best country for first time solo travellers?
In my personal opinion, the answer is YES, and not just because Japan is an amazing country that the world is currently obsessed with. There are several societal and cultural aspects about Japan that make it the best country for a first time solo traveller, here are just 5 of them. Safety first Japan is…
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