After graduating from university and working in Australia, Aiden moved to Japan to dive deeper into its culture, hidden food spots, and everyday life while studying the language. Passionate about connecting with people, he loves sharing authentic local experiences and helping others discover the side of […]
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Justin has lived in Nagano, Hokkaido, and now Osaka. Originally from Australia. When he was 16, he was inspired by the movie Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and the anime series Initial D. Justin moved here to get involved in the car community and learn […]
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Rhea first came to Japan in 2018 for a dream experience—attending a Taylor Swift concert. What started as a short visit soon turned into an appreciation for Japan’s rich culture and incredible food. Captivated by the beauty of everyday life in Japan, she made the bold […]
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Kurt spent his youth among the cornfields of Iowa, but Japan became his home in the late 80s. He came to Osaka to work in film, starting in the art department on movie productions before finding his way into restaurant and bar design, shaping the spaces […]
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Tomo is from New Zealand with a mixed Japanese and Malaysian heritage. He worked in English education for 5 years on a small island in Kagoshima prefecture, during which he joined various groups like the Okinawan Eisa dance club, an island-style shamisen club, and 2 music […]
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Patrick is a 29-year-old international preschool teacher based in Osaka, originally from the lush Karen neighborhood of Nairobi, Kenya. He’s been living in Japan for almost four years, during which he’s developed a deep appreciation for Japanese culture, everyday life, and the small details that make […]
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Minori was born and raised in Kansai. After living in Tokyo as well as several countries outside of Japan, she recently came back to Kansai. She loves learning languages and exploring different cultures.
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Asli is a true foodie at heart. She loves exploring new restaurants and trying dishes she’s never had before. Every outing with friends turns into a new culinary adventure for her. She’s passionate about discovering hidden gems, from cozy local eateries to trendy spots, and often […]
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Astrid is originally from Baja California and has also lived in the United States. She has called Japan home for over 12 years. Passionate about travel and languages, Astrid enjoys exploring new cafes and trying local cuisines wherever she goes.
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Raised in a small town in Mexico, Saida is an architect with a lifelong love for Japanese food and culture. Inspired by a family trip to Japan during her childhood, she returned 12 years later to make her dream come true by living in Kyoto, studying […]
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