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Emma has been obsessed with Japan since she was thirteen. After studying abroad in Sendai as a teenager, she returned to Japan and graduated from university in Tokyo. She loves anything beautiful, unique, or cute. She spends her free time snacking, collecting trinkets, and making art.

Experiencing Luxury and Unique Ryokan in Japan
Posted On October 7, 2025  By Emma Evans 

Frequently, traditional-style accommodations in Japan are labelled as simply “inns.” However, just like the West has its hotels, motels, and B&Bs, Japan has its own distinctive categories of accommodation as well. Most Japanese inns can be categorized as either minshuku or ryokan, and to ensure you […]

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What Are Japan’s Famous Yokai?
Posted On September 6, 2025  By Emma Evans 

Most often associated with Japanese monsters, Yokai is a broad term that encapsulates any and all supernatural phenomena. Although the term Yokai may sound unfamiliar, you have likely encountered Yokai already in some way, especially if you are a fan of Japanese pop culture. Many of […]

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Pokemon GO Fest: A Can’t-Miss Event for 2026 for Lovers of the Japanese Phenomenon
Posted On July 25, 2025  By Emma Evans 

Released in July of 2016, the mobile game Pokémon GO was an instant, global smash hit. Old and new Pokémon fans alike went out in such droves that those first few months after release have been remembered as ‘The Summer of Pokémon GO.’ While the initial […]

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