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Advice for Moving to Korea

If you’re reading this blog post, chances are you’re someone who is planning on moving Korea from the US. Or maybe you found my blog and now you’re on the panic bus now thinking, “Is moving to Korea a good idea?” Rest assured, you’re in good hands and I’m going to give you the best […] Read more…

Where to Rent Kimono in Tokyo: Kimono Rentals Yae

Hey there. Chances are, you stumbled upon this blog post while planning your trip to Tokyo and you’re looking for some info on how to make your trip exceptional. You’re probably wondering where to a rent a kimono in Tokyo or where to rent a kimono in Asakusa. Traveling Japan is an extraordinary experience and […] Read more…

Beijing Photo Essay

As of lately, I’ve been putting in a lot of effort into my photography, hence why I’m really proud to share with you this Beijing photo essay. While China was one of my least favorite countries I’ve visited, it doesn’t mean it has some seriously stunning sites. In this photo essay, I’ll take you to […] Read more…

Elysian Ski Resort and Spa with Trazy Korea

So I’m going to get this out of the way because you know your girl is a HUGE fan of Trazy. They seriously have all the best trips and hookups when it comes to traveling around Korea. You like food? They’ve got you covered. Are you into beauty and skincare or seeing pretty gardens? Also […] Read more…

The Ultimate Tokyo Itinerary for Weeaboo Trash

So let’s define weeaboo trash. According to Urban Dictionary, it’s a term that came from otaku which means weirdo in Japanese. This is a joking term used by anime, manga and Japan lovers to describe their intense feelings about their passions. Picture this: anime, robots, manga, Lolitas, the Shibuya crossing. Alas, you see it now […] Read more…

Where to Drink in Osaka

Today’s guest post comes from my long time friend and fellow JET, Stephanie in Japan. Armed with having lived in Osaka for a few years and amazing Japanese ability, I would trust Stephanie as the go to person with all the amazing places and recommendations for enjoying the Osaka culinary experience. If you are looking for traveler friendly places […] Read more…

I Didn’t Quit My Job to Travel the World | I moved abroad so I could

There’s always this hate/love relationship with travel posts regarding, “quit your job to travel the world” or “don’t quit your job to travel the world.” We like reading them but they have a few things in common. Those who quit everything to travel the world were tired of the mundane 9-5 cubicle, white picket fence, and materialistic […] Read more…

What to Eat in Osaka

Today’s guest post comes from my long time friend and fellow JET, Stephanie in Japan. Armed with having lived in Osaka for a few years and amazing Japanese ability, I would trust Stephanie as the go to person with all the amazing places and recommendations for enjoying the Osaka culinary experience. Also, Japan is literally one of my favorite […] Read more…

JET versus GEPIK

Applying to teach abroad may be a daunting task. If you’re looking for the easy way to come over, programs like Interac or working at Eikaiwas in Japan sound good for the most part. If you’re considering Korea, you might go the Hagwon route, but know that not all Hagwons are created equal. Like all […] Read more…

Love in Fukushima

This week’s guest post comes from Felicity, an Australian JET living in Fukushima. She writes about her romance with a Japanese man. Just before I got on a plane to Japan to join the JET Programme in July, 2012, my mother told me, “You won’t come back again now. You’ll marry a Japanese boy and […] Read more…

How to Prepare to Leave JET

For JETs that are choosing to leave Japan and venture into their next step, I have compiled a list of things to make your transition easier. Leaving is a hard decision and the leaving process is even harder. The transition out is a sad one and Japan will forever be a part of you. The […] Read more…

Where am I Going on My Next Adventure?

My time as a JET is shortly coming to an end. I have decided to extend putting my time left at seven months. Now, it seems like a long time, but the way I see it, it’s really not. I will be preparing for my next adventure… Korea. Blog Posts You Might Like Advice For […] Read more…

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