First Time in Three Years: The Saga International Balloon Fiesta
Last held in 2019, the Saga International Balloon Fiesta made its triumphant return to delight Japanese tourists and foreign tourists alike!
Life in Japan: Shinzo Abe’s Assassination
On Friday, July 8, 2022, former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated in the ancient city of Nara. This is my perspective.
How To Convert Your Drivers License to a Japanese One
Most people in Japan drive (shocker!) Whether you’re driving for fun or for work, this guide can help you convert your license in Fukuoka-ken
Off Broadway Burger: Fukuoka’s OG Expat Burger
East Coast vs. West Coast does not just apply to rap artists, it also applies to Fukuoka’s Expat Burger scene. How does Off Broadway compare?
Ichiran: An Introvert’s Paradise
Ichiran is one of Japan’s most famous ramen restaurants. This small chain, founded in Fukuoka, is an experience like no other. Let’s dive in.
Frustrations of Learning Japanese
Japanese is a frustrating language to learn. This post reflects on some of my recent blunders while practicing and studying Japanese at work.
March 31st: Japan’s Annual Desk Moving Dizziness
Japanese employees, particularly public servants, literally move their desks across the office every fiscal year. Click here to read more.
Sending Mail from Japan to the United States: REVISED
Some things change over time, such as sending mail from Japan to the United States. Thanks to U.S. regulations, I rewrote my how-to guide.
Kamome: JR Kyushu’s Scarlet Lady
JR Kyushu will be introducing a new Shinkansen service come September, 2022. I recently got to visit the Scarlet Lady before her grand debut.
The Rail Kitchen Chikugo: Nishitetsu’s Restaurant on Rails
It’s a train! It’s a restaurant! It’s… BOTH! When in Fukuoka, you should absolutely ride the Nishitetsu Rail Kitchen Chikugo. Read more!