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Where to shop in Tokyo – my top picks!

Did you think Tokyo was expensive? No no no – the food is amazing value for money, and shopping here is AMAZING. Of course, if you don’t know where to buy, it could be expensive… but that’s why this list Read more…


A step-by-step guide on how to plan and maximize your Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park Adventure

I am such a huge amusement park junkie, specifically of roller coasters. I LOVE THEM. That adrenaline rush is the best kind there is. Kind of ironic because I’m the type of person who hates driving above 100km/hr because I’m Read more…


Eating through Tokyo – my top picks!

Japan is the land for food. There is simply no comparison. Out of all the countries I’ve traveled to, Japan has always been the most consistent in terms of food quality and value for money. Whenever people say Japan is Read more…


Everything you need to know about Tokyo (as a DIY tourist!)

Tokyo is such a beautiful city – and I really want to share it with you guys! As such – the purpose of this blog is to do a run-down of the usual questions first-time travelers have whenever they’re preparing to Read more…


What to Prepare When Visiting China

This blog post is more for me to remember what exactly to prepare when visiting China as so much has changed in China since we last went 5 years ago! Hopefully you’ll find it helpful too!   How to apply Read more…


5-Day Off-the-Beaten Path Itinerary through Seoul

Been to Seoul a couple of times before so I wasn’t looking to do a repeat of the traditional touristy sites. Instead, I wanted to stroll along the length and breadth of Seoul and really get to know the city Read more…


My Favorite Attractions and Food in Hokkaido

Wow Hokkaido, arguably my favorite Japan place – I don’t know, maybe because it was my honeymoon place, but also probably because of the great food and all the delicious desserts (they’re famed for their dairy – milk, cream, butter, Read more…


Asahiyama Zoo Experience and Tips on How to Maximize the Experience

I LOVE Asahiyama Zoo. It is hands-down the best zoo I have been to to-date. I love this whole natural habitat concept, wherein they set up the space to be just like what animals would expect if they were still Read more…


Skiing Adventure at Sapporo Teine Resort

SKIING! What fun! I had skied before at Whistler BC and have also been to Kitzbuhel Austria, but tbh, I wouldn’t say I know how to ski per se. I do know how to start and stop and turn a Read more…