Sushi is one of those surprising foods that is known for it’s raw fish, yet has a lot of plant-based sushi options. Even in the most famous Japanese restaurants in Ginza, the menu will offer completely vegan rolls. The typical ones are cucumber and avocado. Of course, there are also restaurants that offer explusive vegan…
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Motorcycle Tips for Women: Interview with Ichico
When I picture a typical motorcycle rider, I imagine a big, muscular, tattooed man with a bushy beard and probably some piercings. Ichico breaks that stereotype and has been riding since she was just 22 years old. She went from getting a license for a middle class (~400cc) bike to racing 200km/h (125m/h) on the…
Japanese Toilet: FLIP Guide, Japan Travel
Japan is an amazing country to visit because of its fascinating culture, delicious food and kind locals. One of the less-expected perks during my trip was discovering toilets in Japan are the best toilets in the world! A lot of Japan is known by foreigners for being a perfect mashup of historic influences and futuristic…
Top Tips for Travelling in Japan by Flip Guide
No matter if you are planning to move to Japan or travel here, there are many things here in Japan that might shock you. For a more comfortable and convenient time in Japan, here are some travel tips and travel hacks to help you have an amazing time here in Japan! Author: FLIP GUIDE Your…
Gudetama the Lazy Egg 101
I discovered Gudetama when I lived in Shanghai, China. One day on the subway I saw someone with a backpack that was covered in images of a sad-looking egg with a juicy butt. I was immediately intrigued and started Googling. Turns out this lazy egg is a sibling of Hello Kitty and he is popular…
Kentucky Christmas: Japanese Tradition since 1974
Japan is not crazy about Christmas. Or at least it didn’t used to be. Westernization is bringing new holidays to all corners of the world. Bizarrely enough, the mention of winter holidays in Japan doesn’t make them think of Santa. It makes them think of Kentucky Christmas. Kentucky Fried Christmas Chicken is popular all over…
Akiyoshidai Cave – Japan Travel (Guest Post)
On Saturday morning, the Cooper family and I loaded into the family car and drove from Hiroshima for about 2 hours to the Akiyoshidai Cave, Japan’s largest and longest limestone cave. After a short break at a gas station, we made it to the Akiyoshidai Cave! Or at least the parking lot relatively close to the Akiyoshidai Cave.
To Japan (Guest Post)
On Sunday, March 01, I stood next to my husband as we waited for the bus. It was early and his eyes were still squinting at everything as he wasn’t fully awake yet. I squeezed his hand in the cold, feeling the warmth. My stomach felt like it was in my throat with nervous energy. The bus for the airport pulled up and I shoved my way through the crowd of people squeezing through the doors…
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Japan (Guest Post)
The Children’s Peace Monument (just below) was built in dedication to all the children who died as a result of the bombing. The sculpture is based on the true story of Sadako Sasaki (佐々木禎子), a young girl who died after the bombing due to radiation. She truly believed that if she folded 1,000 cranes, then she would be healed…
Train to Tokyo, Japan Travel (Guest Post)
The train from Osaka to Tokyo is about 4 hours. We ended up taking a train from Osaka to Tokyo and then from Tokyo to Hiroshima a few days after that. My point is that we had an odd experience on the train but I don’t recall on which train ride it happened. I’m pretty sure it was on the train ride from Osaka to Tokyo…
Hiroshima Castle – Japan Travel (Guest Post)
Our Sunday officially started with a bike ride to Hiroshima Castle, only a few blocks away from the Cooper home. It was so refreshing to ride a bike again. Hiroshima, the city, is actually quite flat and it’s easy to get around on a bike even if you’re out of practice (like me).
Japanese Delicacies: Seafood Pancakes (Okonomiyaki)
Japan combines seafood with pancakes and makes the world a happier, fuller place!
Sexist Sushi in Japan is Awesome… for Women!
Sushi is probably my favorite thing in the world and Japan is the best place to eat it. Since I can never get enough, I’ve been researching all-you-can-eat sushi restaurants in Tokyo. Turns out that most restaurants have different prices for men and women when it comes to all-you-can-eat menus. Women pay up to 2,000…
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