Allow me to briefly introduce the three Japanese alphabets, their functions and why they're all smegging awful.
Category: A Jade in Japan
Welcome to Japan! Marvellous Japanland! Or at least Jade’s experience of it.
Enjoy learning all about Jade’s ups, downs, roundabouts, flips and shimmies through the land of the rising sun. It is quite a sunny country, to be fair (with the exception of typhoon season, of course).
I hope you like reading about underground shady Japanese life as well as the usual touristy information! Nothing is held back on this blog!
Have a smeggy day!
Jade xxx
Getting STI/STD Tests in Japan
Getting an STD test in Japan can seem daunting. But now it doesn't have to! Let me explain aaaall about it.
Getting The Pill In Japan
I found many things daunting about moving abroad. One of those things was the concept of getting the pill in Japan. So, I made a point of stocking up on an entire year’s worth of contraception before moving out here. Of course, the problem with this is that I couldn’t count on being able to … Continue reading Getting The Pill In Japan
The 5 Best Places to Stay In Tokyo
So, you're going to visit Japan! Wonderful! Here are the five best places to stay in Tokyo!
The Time I Nearly Got Deported From Japan
Ah, yes! The incredibly fun time in which I nearly got deported. I hadn't even done anything wrong! Let me tell you aaaaall about it...
My First Ever Tinder Date In Japan
How To Move To Japan and Teach English
If you want to move to Japan and teach English there, then you have come to the right place! Choosing to teach English abroad is one of the best ways to travel around while making a living for yourself. It helps if you have a deep understanding of English grammar. Another bonus is having experience … Continue reading How To Move To Japan and Teach English
How Coronavirus Is Affecting Japan
How is coronavirus affecting Japan? Let’s take a look with Jade! From masks to rescue trips to quarantine - it’s all fun and games here!
The Time I Peed in The Bath and My House Got Destroyed
Don’t do it! Don’t pee in the bath! Terrible things can happen, allow me to show you through my own personal experience...
Maid Cafes
Let’s explore one of Jade’s favourite maid cafes, Maidreamin! Maid cafes are a unique experience that every Japan-traveller should have!
My Struggles to Transfer Money Abroad in Japan
Disaster struck and I needed to transfer money abroad, but Japanese banks are ridiculous and apparently don’t understand urgency...
Hedgehog Cafe Harry in Harajuku, Japan
The other day, I was on my merry way, strolling through Harajuku, when I saw it again. A sign claiming to be The World's First Hedgehog Cafe. Well, having been in Japan for over four years now and never once been inside, I decided to give it a go! Buying Your Magical Hedgehog Ticket As … Continue reading Hedgehog Cafe Harry in Harajuku, Japan
Why Don’t the Japanese Say “No”?
Imagine a world without “no”! Jade delves into why they don’t say it and what they say instead.
Why Are The Japanese Obsessed With Anime?
A question a friend recently asked was "Why are the Japanese obsessed with anime?" but I am not that involved in the whole anime thing. So, I went forth and asked some Japanese people what they thought on the subject. What's Anime? 'Anime' is short for 'animation' in Japanese and basically refers to all cartoons … Continue reading Why Are The Japanese Obsessed With Anime?
Basic Japanese for Travellers
Welcome to Japan!So, you're in Japan and you're ready to go have an amazing time. Here is some basic Japanese for travellers like you to help you on your way! Greetings Hello - konnichiwa こんにちは Heya - ya-ho やっほう Good morning (polite) - ohayo go-zigh-mas おはようございます Good morning (casual) - ohayo おはよう Good evening - … Continue reading Basic Japanese for Travellers
How Can You Eat Raw Eggs and Raw Chicken in Japan and Not Die?
Jade discovers why, in Japan, eating raw chicken and eggs does not lead to the same stomach-churning problems as it does in the West!
How to Halloween in Japan
Halloween Beginnings While the western world has been celebrating Halloween for many years now, Halloween in Japan is only a recent thing. In fact, Halloween only entered Japan in 1997 when it was brought over by Tokyo Disneyland. The Disney theme parks globally celebrate Halloween, so they decided to introduce it in Japan too. Universal … Continue reading How to Halloween in Japan
When is the Best Time to Visit Japan?
Japan prides itself on having four seasons as some countries don't have that pleasure, apparently. Without further ado, here are the four Japanese seasons and what there is to see and do here during each one.
Underwear Thieves – Don’t Hang Your Underwear Outside in Japan
Jade discusses how strange Japanese men WILL steal your knickers and bras if you’re not careful.
Does The Japanese Tooth Fairy Exist? What The Japanese Do When They Lose Their Baby Teeth
All hail the Japanese Tooth Fairy! It is fairly common knowledge in the UK that when you lose your teeth as a child, the Tooth Fairy comes along and replaces it with money. I was very happy with my 50p coins in the morning! I even remember once getting a shiny £2 coin, which made … Continue reading Does The Japanese Tooth Fairy Exist? What The Japanese Do When They Lose Their Baby Teeth