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Paolo Decena
Jun 2, 20203 min read
Japan and its Baffling Measures Against Outbreaks
Japan's got interesting solutions for the pandemic. Read here what I've seen.
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Paolo Decena
May 27, 20202 min read
Tacos From... Oregon?
There are lots of places to eat in Japan, and they have a good take on western food. Unfortunately, not the same can be said of Mexican food
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Paolo Decena
May 20, 20203 min read
Do You Need a Visa For Japan?
Before you leave your country to visit Japan, you have to plan things out. Let's take a look at visas here.
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Paolo Decena
May 19, 20203 min read
What it's Like Staying at an Internet Cafe for a Night
I had stayed at an internet cafe before. Let me give you some insight on what that's like.
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Paolo Decena
May 12, 20202 min read
Wanted Posters in Japan
Have you ever seen the notice board that is set up next to police boxes in Japan? Find out who they are.
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Paolo Decena
May 11, 20201 min read
There's Nothing Here Yet!
This page is going to be where the posts I originally wrote for my e-mail newsletter go! I'll be putting up those posts here two or three...
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Paolo Decena
May 5, 20202 min read
A Quick Update on Tokyo's Bio-crisis Battle
Things in Tokyo aren't ideal at the moment. Here's a brief rundown of what's happening.
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Paolo Decena
Apr 28, 20204 min read
Homelessness in Japan
Many idealize the country. But it does have its problems. Read what my experiences and research taught me after living here for a while.
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Paolo Decena
Apr 21, 20206 min read
An Encounter with a Religion I Didn't Want to be a Part of
I don't know much about religions, but one thing I dislike is their methods of spreading the beliefs. Here's an brush with a Japanese one.
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Paolo Decena
Apr 14, 20203 min read
Public TV in Japan: The NHK
The Japan Broadcasting Corporation is a a big presence in daily life. Read here to learn a bit more about them.
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Paolo Decena
Apr 7, 20203 min read
Shinjuku Anecdotes (or, Kabukicho Streets at Night)
Kabukicho, Shinjuku's red-light district, is well-known as a tourist attraction and is relatively seedier. Read some of my anecdotes here.
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Paolo Decena
Mar 31, 20202 min read
COVID-19 and Tokyo
I wanted to talk about the situation as I often get messages from friends and family related to the coronavirus issue. The fact is, on...
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Paolo Decena
Mar 23, 20203 min read
Getting Stopped by the Japanese Police
This post was originally posted on City-Cost on February 13th, 2020 Gokufushudo came out as a live-action recently, and I was quite...
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Paolo Decena
Mar 17, 20202 min read
A White Day Experience
There's a global bio-crisis, yet there are still things that go on. White Day is one of those things, and I felt like I bungled it. See how.
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Paolo Decena
Mar 10, 20203 min read
Zhongshang Underground Mall - Taipei, Taiwan
Looking for something to do or see in Taipei? I came across this place in my first visit. Read here to see if it's worth going to.
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Paolo Decena
Mar 3, 20204 min read
Washroom Cleaning (as Learned From a Local)
If you're interested in Japan's cleaning products, here's a little showcase of the washroom products!
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Paolo Decena
Feb 25, 20203 min read
GABA for Sleep Chocolate
Need help sleeping in Japan? You might have seen these boxes in some stores.
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Paolo Decena
Feb 21, 20202 min read
Valentine's in Japan
I'm really late for a Valentine's post, but it's still a topic that is relatively interesting for people outside of Japan. It seems that...
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Paolo Decena
Feb 15, 20203 min read
Mobile Game Opinion - Tiny Room
Mobile games have one thing going for it: puzzle games. Tiny Room Stories is a title in that genre. Read here to find more about it!
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Paolo Decena
Feb 11, 20205 min read
Tokyo Disneyland
Want a sort of game plan for your trip to Tokyo Disneyland? Read here for strategies and a breakdown of what a seasoned visitor to the park!
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