A Beginner’s Guide to Riding The Bullet Train a.k.a The Shinkansen

The Shinkansen, Japan’s iconic high-speed rail network, is renowned for its punctuality, comfort, and efficiency. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Japan or a seasoned traveler, experiencing a ride on the Shinkansen is a must-do. In this guide, I’ll cover everything you need to know to make the most of your Shinkansen journey. I’ve hadContinue reading “A Beginner’s Guide to Riding The Bullet Train a.k.a The Shinkansen”

So How Do Japanese Husbands Treat Their Wives In Japan?

To begin, I won’t generalize the experiences of every housewife in Japan because I can’t speak to how each husband treats his wife. Instead, I’ll focus on my own marriage. While I’ve heard plenty about marital dynamics in Japan, such as the stereotype that Japanese husbands don’t pitch in with household chores, my perspective isContinue reading “So How Do Japanese Husbands Treat Their Wives In Japan?”

Bike Rides, Picnic, Good Book— Sunday in Japan

Today was an absolute blast from start to finish! It marked my first-ever bike ride in Japan, and boy, was it a memorable one. My husband usually frets about bike safety, so getting him on board for this adventure was a feat in itself. But once he saw how excited I was, he couldn’t sayContinue reading “Bike Rides, Picnic, Good Book— Sunday in Japan”