Tag: livingabroad
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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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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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Moving To Japan On A Working Holiday: 5 Tips To Manage Mental Stress For Your Move Abroad
If you’ve just moved or are planning a move abroad, go you! You’ve got an incredibly fulfilling journey ahead. Here’s a few tips to keep yourself mentally and physically healthy during the move. Having done a year of study abroad in Japan to round off my university degree back in 2017, I always knew I…
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