Five things I wish Reiwa Era will bring.
It’s a new Era. No, really! On May 1st the new Reiwa Era ( 令和 ) officially started , after the (now emeritus) Emperor Akihito stepped down the throne and his son, then Crown Prince, Naruhito assumed the imperial position. It’s a sign of change in many ways. In 2016 history was made in the shape of a heartfelt discourse…
My two terrible Tokyo clinic experiences + Tips.
Today I want to share with you a couple of bad experiences I’ve had with doctors while living in Japan. I’m writing this for anyone that may find it helpful and not for the sake of bashing any business, therefore I will not mention names. I will, however, answer emails privately if you need help with your current clinic. Feel…
The Edo Playground Syndrome
Before we dive into the topic, a little bit of context: In the year 2010, the Japan Tourism Agency set a new goal: they wanted 30 million of visitors from the year 2014 onwards. In that year “only” 8.6 million people visited Japan. 2012 rolled in and flights started to get cheaper. Almost suddenly, coming to Japan ceased being a luxury and became…
December Thoughts
Don’t we love a brand new year ahead of us! December came and went and it was awesome! As I told you on my previous November thoughts, I stayed in Tokyo for New Years, for the first time. That means I could really enjoy and get an idea of Christmas in Japan. Similar and different, Christmas here means shopping, temples,…
November Thoughts.
Why yes, I accidentally skipped the October Thoughts post. I’m only human, although I have a mighty bunny heart that beats waaaay too fast. Really. I had to cut my caffeine intake and everything. Anyhow… December is here!! Welcome to one of my favorite months of the year! Since well, forever, I’ve loved Christmas. Neither The Husbun or myself are Christians…
