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Overseas Living: What I’ve Learned from 10 Years in New Zealand
A Japanese Perspective on Cultural Adjustment and Cross-Cultural Communication To you who are considering overseas living—your anxieties and confusion might just overlap with my own experiences. If you’re reading this, you’re probably someone who’s thinking “I’d love to experience overseas…
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Tokyo Fashion Travel Guide: Where to Shop, What to Buy, and Useful Shopping Tips
Introduction: Fashion in Tokyo — A Destination in Itself Living in New Zealand, where most people wear comfy clothes like sweatpants and leggings on a daily basis, I’m always struck by how stylish everyone looks whenever I go back to…
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What is Japanese Aesthetics? An Ultimate Guide to Wabi-Sabi, Minimalism, and Design Principles
A Quiet Beauty: What Japanese Aesthetics Can Teach Us About Living Well Your home feels cluttered. Your mind feels busy. You’re drawn to the serene beauty of Japanese interiors—simple, calm, and deeply intentional. But what lies beneath this aesthetic that…
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The Art of Japanese Tea: A Gentle Ritual for Body and Mind
A Gentle Start: Embracing Mornings with Japanese Tea You might reach for your morning coffee without a second thought.But what if there were a gentler way to start the day—one that calms the mind, nourishes the body, and connects you…
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10 Must-Read Aesthetic Japanese Magazines for Art & Culture Lovers
Explore the Best Aesthetic Japanese Magazines for Fashion, Art, and Culture Ever wished you could hold Japan’s aesthetics in your hands? While the world rushes toward digital, Japan still embraces the beauty of print—especially when it comes to magazines that…
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Kyoto Design Guide: Aesthetic Travel Through Art, Architecture & Hidden Gems
Tired of the typical Kyoto travel guides? Looking for a travel experience that blends timeless tradition with design-forward beauty? This Kyoto Design Guide takes you through the city’s most stunning neighbourhoods, from historic machiya townhouses to contemporary museums and artistic…
