This is a tribute to the wind beneath my wings, my superwoman, Nanay– my mother. April 10, 2025 My mother was lying in a hospital bed, fast asleep. The afternoon sun was shining, and the breeze outside made the trees dance gently. Her hospital room was private, with a large window facing the ocean. TheContinue reading “My mother is gone… forever.”
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Celebrating Love at Hoshino Resorts Kai Beppu
On our wedding anniversary, my husband reserved a stay at a beautiful resort hotel a whole month in advance. It’s quite unusual to find a beach resort in Japan, but onsen resorts are common. Onsen resorts are exactly what we like, hence, Hoshino Resorts Kai Beppu, a luxurious hot spring hotel, is our choice. WeContinue reading “Celebrating Love at Hoshino Resorts Kai Beppu”
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?”