April Updates
In Japan, spring marks the start of new beginnings. The first day of work for fresh graduates, the first day of the new school term, the first blooms after…
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Our New Dog
We had a new dog come home with us today. Unlike Milk Tea, she is calm and quiet. She follows me with her eyes rather than her feet. She…
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Learning to Walk
Some people may be surprised to read this, but not all dogs naturally love walks. Or the outdoors. Yes, I have an otaku dog. Milk Tea’s fear of the outside…
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A Singaporean Living in Japan – What It Is Like For Me
Many people are curious about what it is like for a foreigner to live in Japan. However, depending on the type of foreigner you are, experiences will vary…
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Celebrating 節分 Setsubun
What is 節分 Setsubun? It literally translates to “season division” but usually refer to the change of season to spring. Setsubun is the day before 立春 Risshun, the first day…
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Of ice, books, and germs
It’s rare that I get up before 11am on a regular day – I assure you, I’m legit nocturnal – but I got up at 9 so that…
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Snapshot of 5 Jan 2015
When I look through my blog, a good part of them (maybe 80%?) are about my travels. But the truth is, despite what it seems, I am not on…
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