Ayaka Mori– Author –
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Glitch in the Kawaii Matrix: My Deep Dive into the Uncanny Valley of 90s Purikura
Yo, what's the deal? It's Ayaka, comin' at you from a corner of Japan where the rice fields are gold and the memories are even more golden. Today, we're time-traveling. Not in a DeLorean, but in a machine that’s way more glittery and arg... -
Furoshiki Chic: How to turn a single cloth into a zero-waste bag, wrap, and style statement
What’s up, world-travelers and culture seekers! Ayaka here, coming at you straight from the heart of Japan. Today, we’re ditching the basic tote bags and single-use plastics for something with way more vibe, way more history, and honestl... -
Kaga Onsen’s Kutani Ware: Painting My Own Piece of Japanese History
Yo, what’s up, world travelers! Ayaka here, coming at you straight from the heart of Japan's countryside. Today, we’re ditching the neon glow of Tokyo for something with a bit more… soul. We're diving headfirst into the world of Kaga Ons... -
The Ultimate Guide to Hopping Between the Seven Public Onsen in Kinosaki Onsen, Hyogo
Yo, what’s up, world travelers? Ayaka Mori here, coming at you straight from the heart of Japan. Today, we’re ditching the neon chaos of the big cities and sliding into something a little more… chill. We’re talking about a place where th... -
A Guide to the Best Sanuki Udon Shops: Diving into Takamatsu’s Noodle Culture
Yo, let's get real for a sec. You think you know noodles? You’ve had your ramen, your soba, maybe even some instant cup stuff that got you through college. That's cool, that's all good. But you haven't truly lived a noodle life until you... -
Akita’s Ultimate Comfort Food: Your Guide to Finding Legit Kiritanpo Hot Pot
Yo, let's talk about soul food. Not just food that tastes good, but food that hits different. The kind that warms you from the inside out, tells a story, and connects you to a place. If you're chasing that feeling, you need to head north... -
The Soul of the Sea: Chasing the Legendary Hand-Stretched Udon of Nagasaki’s Goto Islands
Yo, what’s up, world-trekkers and food adventurers! Taro Kobayashi here, coming at you live from the edge of Japan. Forget what you think you know about udon for a sec. We're not talking about those thick, chunky noodles you slurp down i...
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