This note was originally shared in my weekly newsletter, Letters from Japan (and LA) — a slow and personal space where I write about Japan, culture, and life between two homes. 💌 I’m currently writing this in a cafe on…
What to Book Before Your Trip to Japan (+ FREE Japan Travel Checklist)
Planning a trip to Japan, whether it’s your first or fifth time, can be stressful. There are so many different tickets and reservations to make ahead of your trip! But this article is meant to help alleviate some of the…
5 Peaceful Parks and Gardens in Tokyo to Slow Down and Recharge
This note was originally shared in my weekly newsletter, Letters from Japan (and LA) — a slow and personal space where I write about Japan, culture, and life between two homes. 💌 Tokyo is the world’s largest city in terms…
Where to Wander Near Tokyo This Fall: Cozy Day Trips & Foliage Spots
This note was originally shared in my weekly newsletter, Letters from Japan (and LA) — a slow and personal space where I write about Japan, culture, and life between two homes. 💌 Autumn is by far my favorite time of…
Introducing “Letters from Japan (and LA)”
Between Japan and Los Angeles, I’ve found myself craving a slower way to share stories — which is why I’m bringing back my weekly newsletter in a new form: Letters from Japan (and LA). 💌 I’ve missed writing to you….
Favorite Cozy Fall Day Trips from Tokyo
Are you planning a Japan trip and wondering how to spend one of your Tokyo days—maybe outside the big city? Then, this guide is for you. Autumn in Japan is fleeting, but it’s also one of the most magical times…





