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Japan, Osaka

Japan 2025, day 6: Osaka

A Tuesday morning shopping trip at the konbini (convenience store). We were looking for breakfast, which had been consisting of onigiri or cold noodles and canned cold brew coffee. Anna admired the in

July 29, 2025 1 min read
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Japan, Osaka

Japan 2025, day 5: Osaka

We arrive a few minutes early to the class and decided to use one of Japan’s ubiquitous vending machines for a quick drink. These are super convenient, especially in the 90F* heat. The only catch is t

July 28, 2025 6 min read
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Japan, Osaka

Japan 2025, day 4: Osaka (evening)

The first stop was at an izakaya (the Japanese version of a tapas bar) that specializes in yakitori. My plate had grilled mushrooms, asparagus, and shisito peppers, although it’s more typically meat-b

July 27, 2025 6 min read
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Japan, Osaka

Japan 2025, day 4: Osaka (day)

Our Airbnb is large by Japanese standards and very quaint. I am happy that we have a washing machine, although no dryer means that we are hanging clothes on the balcony. Fortunately, the balcony is fa

July 27, 2025 5 min read
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Japan, Osaka

Japan 2025, day 3: Osaka

One view from our hotel, Almont Niporri. We have a corner room, so there’s another side of windows.

July 26, 2025 2 min read
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Japan, Tokyo

Japan 2025, day 2: Tokyo

Anna’s postcard from the JAL flight crew❤️

July 25, 2025 1 min read
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Japan

Japan 2025, day 1

Ignore the sixth man in the background!

July 24, 2025 1 min read
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