There is a song that many Japanese parents are talking about these days. Why? It makes babies stop crying as by magic! Have you tried it yet?
Organize your photos with free prints from Albus
As I mentioned in a previous post, my husband and I welcomed our first baby this year. When I first found out I was pregnant, I was excited to document my experience through photos that I could show my baby someday. So I decided it would be fun to start making a photo album! I …
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Pregnant in Japan? Receive free goodies!
As I previously wrote, I went through my first pregnancy earlier this year. You may also know that I am Dutch, and Dutch people love a good deal! So of course I was on the lookout for discounts and special offers during my pregnancy. If you are expecting a baby, you will need to do …
Pregnancy in Japan
This year my husband and I received some happy news: we were expecting our first child! After the initial excitement, I started to feel a little nervous. Having never been pregnant before, I had so many questions. What would it be like to be pregnant while living in a foreign country? How would the COVID-19 …
Lost in translation: Japanese tattoos
Like tribal tattoos, stars, and anchors, Japanese kanji characters have been a popular tattoo trend for many years. But what happens when Japanese tattoos get lost in translation?
Exploring Northern Japan: sightseeing in Hakodate
Where should you go when visiting Hakodate in southern Hokkaido? Read more to find out the best spots to visit and the food you cannot miss.
Banksy exhibition in Sapporo
The exhibition “Banksy – Genius Or Vandal?”, which was previously held in New York, Los Angeles, Moscow, Brussels, and Hong Kong, is on in Sapporo right now. Here’s why you should go check it out – if you haven’t done so already!
Exploring Northern Japan: sightseeing in Otaru
Where should you go when visiting Otaru, Hokkaido? Read more to find out the best spots to visit in the harbor town near Sapporo.
Donguri, Sapporo’s favorite bakery
Donguri is the most popular bakery in Sapporo, and for good reason! Read more about why you should check out one of Donguri's locations.
Best café in Sapporo for dog lovers: Bernard Square
I discovered the best cafe in Sapporo. It doesn't just have nice drinks and food, but also two enormous and adorable Saint Bernards!
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