Japanese Fashion Through the Years (Infographic)

The Size of your Culture Night Doesn’t Matter - Just These Two Things

World Travel is the Most Worthwhile Activity a Human Being Can Do

Visiting My Grandpa's Hometown in Hawaii

Fatherly Finance Advice for Beginners

Learning to balance my frugality alongside some fatherly finance advice.

When Tragedy Strikes in Nonprofit Work

Strengthening capacity to navigate tragedy and support wellness in nonprofit work. Read until the end for philanthropy's role in supporting nonprofit workers.

Saishin Dojo: Continuing Culture

“Say ‘hashi’ and not ‘chopstick.’ Say ‘kaikan’ instead of ‘social hall.’” Rev. Mas explained to us how adults ask questions, and want to know the exact meaning of everything, but the kids will pick it up. It’s the way we all learned. 

Where to Find the Best Veganized Japanese Food in Japan

Being vegan in Japan can seem daunting, but with the recent popularity of plant-based cuisine across the major cities, it can be easy to find filling and tasty vegan meals!

The Goldilocks Zone of Mochi: Instructions for Perfect Mochi Consistency & Texture

After painstaking trial and error spanning 30+ batches, three years, and three separate mochitsuki’s, we’ve compiled the essential notes for the “Goldilocks” zone of mochi consistency and texture: think not too hard, not too soft… just right. 

What is Your Summer Cocktail 2022?

What is your summer cocktail of choice for 2022 and what does it say about you?

Sportsball for Dummies: A Guide to Surviving a Baseball Game

I’m here to guide you through the unbearable and excruciating… I mean, FUN AND ACTION-PACKED opportunity of being dragged…BROUGHT to a bases of ball game.

What A Time To Be Alive (for an Asian American Sports Fan)

It has been a dream year for Asian Americans in global sport.

Found in Translation at the 2020 Olympics: What it's like to translate at the Olympics

He was there! Explore the experience of translating at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.