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Japan and its Baffling Measures Against Outbreaks
Japan's got interesting solutions for the pandemic. Read here what I've seen.
Paolo Decena
Jun 2, 20203 min read
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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
Paolo Decena
May 27, 20202 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
May 19, 20203 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
May 12, 20202 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
May 5, 20202 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
Apr 28, 20204 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
Apr 21, 20206 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
Apr 14, 20203 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
Apr 7, 20203 min read
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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.
Paolo Decena
Mar 17, 20202 min read
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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!
Paolo Decena
Mar 3, 20204 min read
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GABA for Sleep Chocolate
Need help sleeping in Japan? You might have seen these boxes in some stores.
Paolo Decena
Feb 25, 20203 min read
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Kyoto for the Holidays (Part Three of Three)
The last in a three-part series, read here what you can do before you leave Kyoto, if you haven't done them yet!
Paolo Decena
Feb 4, 20203 min read
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Kyoto for the Holidays (Part Two of Three)
Interested in seeing what you can do in a full day at Kyoto? Read this second part of a three part series!
Paolo Decena
Jan 28, 20204 min read
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Kyoto for the Holidays (Part One of Three)
Interested in Kyoto? Read here for some advice on taking the bullet train there, and what you can do when you first get there!
Paolo Decena
Jan 21, 20205 min read
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Mount Takao - Tokyo's Local Mountain
Mount Takao is one of the more famous sightseeing/nature spots in the east side of Japan. Read here to see what I did there!
Paolo Decena
Jan 14, 20206 min read
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Shibuya Anecdotes (or, Learning How to Mind my Own Business)
Think Japan's perfect? No country is. Read this to see what can be annoying in the nightlife.
Paolo Decena
Jan 7, 20205 min read
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A Winter Movie Night in Hibiya
I went to a movie theatre for the first time in Japan... two years after I landed. Read about my experience here.
Paolo Decena
Dec 24, 20194 min read
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Ebijyu (aka Ebishige) - A Hidden Gem
I don't go out to bars very much these days, but this one is my personal favourite in Tokyo. Read this post to see why.
Paolo Decena
Dec 17, 20192 min read
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How To: Send Money from JP Bank's ATM
Originally written for a different website, read this article to learn how to use the JP Bank ATM to transfer money internationally.
Paolo Decena
Dec 3, 20194 min read
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