If you are like me then you have dreamt of visiting the land of Sunrise. There is no better year to visit than in 2020! Tokyo will be home to the Olympics in 2020 and there will be so much on offer for travellers such as yourself. With the Tokyo…
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November 1, 20190 Comments1 min Read
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Since my first trip to Japan, I’ve gone vegan and that meant navigating the vegan delights in Tokyo. I had mentally prepared myself that it wasn’t going to be as easy finding food and that I would have to do a bit of research before I went. I’m not going…
I began writing this e-book with the intention of helping my fellow Japan lovers on their journey of experiencing Japan. I see time and time again the same question plastered all over the internet: Do I need a Japan Rail Pass? The answer is ‘No!’ The Japan Rail Pass is…
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What’s a Japanese Summer Festival like in Australia?
March 2, 20190 Comments16 sec Read
I went and visited the 10th Annual Japanese Summer Festival in Federation Square in Melbourne. I got to try Bon Odori Dancing, browse the market stalls and eat some interesting festival food.
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9 Essentials Things You Need for Your First Trip to Japan
December 8, 20180 Comments6 min Read
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS55e9W7xik You’ve got your flights booked to Japan, accommodation locked in but you’re probably thinking what the hell do I need to bring?! My 9 Essential Things You Need for Your First Trip to Japan is my curated list that will help you have a stress free and enjoyable trip. …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gy8HixZvqm4 I’ve decided to enter the magical world of vlogging and suprisingly it was much more fun then I thought. I tend to get nervous in front of the camera and thought I would struggle talking. I’ve said to myself that I’m going to practise and to just try. You…
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Natural Luxury in Daily Life – Ryokan Tori Review
October 21, 20180 Comments7 min Read
Ryokan Tori Address: 602-8453 Kyoto, Kyoto, Kamigyo-ku Sasaya cho 3-639, Japan Check Availability It was on my bucket list to stay in a Ryokan while Jayden and I travelled on our first trip. There was no better place to try authentic Japanese hospitality than in Kyoto. The only thing I…
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20 Amazing Airbnbs in Kyoto Under $200
October 13, 20180 Comments12 min Read
Kyoto will delight you like no other city in Japan. It’s sprawling zen gardens and dominos of red Torii gates leaves one thoroughly enchanted. However, Kyoto tends to be on the more expensive side when it comes to accommodation, and Airbnb is a great way to explore the city without…
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10 Amazing Autumn Things To Do in Japan
September 23, 20180 Comments7 min Read
There’s so much focus on visiting Japan in the Spring *chants cherry blossoms* that it’s easy to forget Japan is beautiful in all seasons. The underrated and most exceptional time of the year to visit Japan is in Autumn. Autumn is from September to November and is a great time…
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Attending Animanga 2018
September 5, 20180 Comments5 min Read
Animanga hit the scene in Melbourne 5 years ago and back then it was just for the small hardcore otaku community. I had been spoilt earlier in the year by going to Anime Expo in Los Angeles, and Animanga felt so tiny. Boy how things have changed! When I cosplayed…
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Jasmine Velickovic
⭐ Otaku Girl loud and proud ⭐ Vegan Japanese home cooking 🌱 ⭐ Living in Melbourne, but dreaming of Tokyo ⭐ 27 yo, living my best Japanese life
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