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Japan and its Baffling Measures Against Outbreaks

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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What it's Like Staying at an Internet Cafe for a Night

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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A Quick Update on Tokyo's Bio-crisis Battle

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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An Encounter with a Religion I Didn't Want to be a Part of

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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Shinjuku Anecdotes (or, Kabukicho Streets at Night)

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 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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Washroom Cleaning (as Learned From a Local)

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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Kyoto for the Holidays (Part Three of Three)

Paolo Decena

Feb 4, 20203 min read

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!

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Kyoto for the Holidays (Part Two of Three)

Paolo Decena

Jan 28, 20204 min read

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!

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Kyoto for the Holidays (Part One of Three)

Paolo Decena

Jan 21, 20205 min read

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!

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Paolo Decena

Jan 14, 20206 min read

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!

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Shibuya Anecdotes (or, Learning How to Mind my Own Business)

Paolo Decena

Jan 7, 20205 min read

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.

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Paolo Decena

Dec 24, 20194 min read

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.

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Paolo Decena

Dec 17, 20192 min read

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.

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Paolo Decena

Dec 3, 20194 min read

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.

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