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How I Deal with Window Condensation in Winter in a Japanese Home
In winter, windows in Japanese homes often get covered with condensation.I used to think it was just something unavoidable, so I didn’t pay much attention to it. However, one winter I noticed mold starting to appear around the windows.Th... -
How I Travel with a Stroller on Rainy Days in Japan (with a 0- and 2-Year-Old)
— A real-life solution for moms without a car — I don’t own a car, so going out on rainy days is always a challenge.My 0-year-old daughter can’t walk yet, and my 2-year-old son is still too young to walk long distances. After a lot of tr... -
How Japanese People Spend the New Year
How Japanese People Spend the New Year In Japan, New Year’s holidays are a very special time to relax and spend quality time with family. People celebrate in many different ways—some return to their hometowns, while others enjoy a quiet ... -
Top 5 Baby Essentials We Actually Used During the Newborn Stage in Japan
As a mom raising two little ones (a 2-year-old and a newborn), I wanted to share the baby items we truly used and found helpful during the newborn stage.These are not things we bought just because they were popular — they are items that ... -
What I Packed for My Hospital Stay: Labor Bag & Postpartum Essentials
Preparing for childbirth can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time moms. When I was getting ready for my delivery in Japan, I packed two separate bags: one for labor and one for my hospital stay after giving birth. This system hel... -
What It’s Like to Give Birth in Japan: Costs, Pain Relief, and Family Support
I’ve given birth to two children in Japan—one naturally at a private clinic and one with an epidural at a general hospital. If you’re pregnant in Japan or curious about how childbirth works here, I hope my experience helps! ⸻ 🏥 Cho... -
How to Make Umeshu: A Delicious Japanese Plum Liqueur at Home
Have you ever tried umeshu, Japanese plum wine? It’s sweet, fruity, and perfect on the rocks, with soda, or even as a dessert topping. The best part? You can make it at home with just a few simple ingredients! When our baby was six ... -
What’s in My Mama Bag? Japan Edition!
I’m a mom to a one-year-old boy, and today I’d love to show you what I carry when we go out together. In Japan, moms are often well-prepared—and my bag is packed with practical (and sometimes uniquely Japanese) items that help us get thr... -
Family-Friendly Fishing Ryokans in Japan: Catch, Relax, and Dine!
My husband and I love fishing! Before our son was born, we often visited seaside fishing parks, caught fresh fish, and cooked delicious meals together. But now that we have a baby, our lifestyle has shifted a bit. Many fishing parks in J... -
The Surprising Comfort of Japanese Tissue Culture
Not Just a Tissue—A Japanese Daily Essential In Japan, even the most ordinary items are made with extraordinary care. One surprising example? Tissue paper. As someone who suffers from hay fever, I go through a lot of tissues every spring...
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