Tag: asia
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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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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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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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3 Japanese New Year Traditions That I Can Get Amongst
Japanese New Year celebrations are heavily rooted in traditions centred around blessings, food, and family, something I can really get around. If you’re a fellow Aussie, you might be used to entering the New Year a bit wasted, coated in a thin film of sweat, surrounded by friends and strangers, and eventually hungover from the…
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