A grand theme park representing the world of Buddhism—Ushiku Daibutsu.

A grand theme park representing the world of Buddhism—Ushiku Daibutsu.

On my day off, I went to Tsukuba Ishiyakiimo in Ibaraki Prefecture!

I’d like to introduce two challenging hills near my house that I’ve always found tough to tackle by bike.

I’d like to introduce two challenging hills near my house that I’ve always found tough to tackle by bike.

The sight of the factories—big, mechanical, and kind of cool in an unpolished way—always caught my boys’ attention.

The sight of the factories—big, mechanical, and kind of cool in an unpolished way—always caught my boys’ attention.

I’m spending my New Year’s holiday at my husband’s family home. Echigo-Yuzawa is just an hour away from Tokyo by Shinkansen, but it’s surprisingly snowy here.

For my son’s birthday, we went to a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. It had been a while, and I was surprised by how much the system had changed!

I still lack confidence in my ability to explain things and communicate effectively. Even so, I want to continue hosting beginner tours and do my best to answer participants' questions in the future.

It seems like the gears on my bicycle are broken. It’s a 3-speed bike, but no matter which gear I shieed.ft to, the pedals feel very light.

Save time and care for your hair and hands with multi-use oil—perfect for busy mornings and a touch of self-care!

A calculator lover shares about returning to architecture, 3D modeling, and challenges at work.

Tried Kyabeton Ramen near the sea for the first time.

Roasted sweet potatoes are my favorite autumn treat! I tried making my own at home by roasting a whole box.

Experience the vibrant Tori-no-Ichi festival with food stalls, lucky rakes, and the majestic Ohtori Shrine lanterns!

My Middle School Son Forgot His BENTO Lunchbox

I am sad that my height has shrunk by 8 millimeters in two years.

In Japan, eating unagi (eel) dishes at an unagi restaurant during the hot season is considered a status symbol. Domestic unagi is a luxury food item. At unagi restaurants, it’s considered iki (refined

Dinner on a Day I Don’t Feel Like Cooking 料理したくない日の夕飯[ENG/JPN]