My Japan Life

10/09/2024

Are you ready for autumn? 🍂
Japan Metreological Corporation just released its first autumn forecast.

Momiji turn full red: 🍁
Tokyo - around December 1
Osaka - around December 4

Yellow ginkgo leaves: 🍂
Tokyo - around November 26
Osaka - around November 25

#東京　 #일본의가을

19/07/2024

When learning a language from TV shows and movies aren't enough. Here's a funny encounter I had with a bank staff.

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A delightful encounter in a Japanese bank

04/05/2024

Check out this majesty

10/04/2024

Na-try mo na ba gumawa ng sourdough? Madali lang! Pero since bumagsak ulit ang temperature dito sa amin, ang bagal na naman maging buhay ng buhay ang starter ko na si "Dory." ☺️

08/04/2024

Which is better: white, light pink or pink cherry blossoms? Well, thanks to my neighbor, I didn’t have to choose. Look at this tricolor display of dainty flowers. 🌸 so pretty! #つくば　＃花御　 #東京

24/02/2024

What are the odds of finding two lost items in just one day? Well, it happened to us.

First, we found a wallet at a food court. We turned it over to the mall information kiosk.

The second was this bag in between the massage chairs at an electronic shop. We gave it to the cashier.

Now this is a free method of being high on happy hormones!

Here’s the full story:
https://mylesjapanlife.wixsite.com/mysite/post/good-deeds-japan

09/10/2023

Will you wait for more than an hour for a bowl of ramen? Well, we couldn’t. So instead of enjoying the , we ended up going to a restaurant and enjoying a delish bowl without the wait. #ラメン #つくばラメン #茨城ラメン

13/09/2023

Would you want to work with this view? That was my plan!

There’s really something about the sky, the sea and the sand that makes me just want to pause. Nature truly is healing.

Do you feel the same way? Do share some “healing” beach pics.

#フィリピン ＃セブ　 #島

23/06/2023

While chasing , I craved for something sweet and cold. Since this is , I knew a cafe or a store must serve soft ice cream. So we walked the perimeter of and eventually found Amanoya Yamanakako Sangoten .3

When I checked the menu, they did have some ice cream but they also have venison. Never tried it but we just ate lunch at that time.

So, I settled for this cute cup and was given this chick-shaped wafer since I didn’t ask for a cone. Cool!

Will have to go back for their breakfast set. How does venison taste, btw? Wonder if I’d like it.

24/04/2023

As Miley Cyrus sings…
🎵 “I can buy myself flowers…” 🎶

For this trip, I bought 10 tulip plants, not just the flowers. 💐
Life is short; don’t wait for someone to buy 💐
Be in charge of your happiness; buy them yourself! 😉

#チューリップ #튤립 🌷 #너의삶을살아라 #あなたの人生を生きる #千葉

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16/04/2023

Life's setbacks may throw us off track, but with resilience and determination, we can find hope even in the most unexpected places. Join me on my journey to and discover how embracing challenges led to a brighter future. #日本での挑戦 #日本での仕事 #日本生活

Have you ever experienced a setback that felt like the end of the world, only to realize later that it was just a bump in the road? That's exactly what happened to me when I was offered a job in a science-related Japanese company, only to have it fall through due to financial difficulties! It was a....

08/04/2023

Lost and Found: The hilarious saga of how a puffer vest went on an adventure in Japan and was returned by a thoughtful neighbor in the most unique way! 🤣🔍🏙️

Here's the entire post 👇👇👇

https://mylesjapanlife.wixsite.com/mysite/post/anecdote-2-the-curious-case-of-the-lost-puffer-vest

06/04/2023

As an OFW in Japan for more than 15 years, I'll start sharing anecdotes of my life. Join me on my journey of challenging a misconception about Filipino women in Japan. Ready? 😉

https://mylesjapanlife.wixsite.com/mysite/post/anecdote-1-changing-stereotypes-in-japan

17/03/2023

People ask me…
“You’ve been in Japan for more than a decade. Haven’t you gotten tired of the 🌸 ?”

My answer… “Hell no!”

Before the blossoms peak this year, here’s what they looked like last year. Who gets tired of these pretty things? I know I don’t.

Would you?











#さくら
#はなみ
#花御
#春ネイル

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14/02/2023

Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world, but did you know that Japan and the Philippines have unique approaches to the holiday? From gift-giving to inclusivity, the differences between these two cultures are fascinating. Let's dive deeper into how these two countries celebrate the day of love.

https://mylesjapanlife.wixsite.com/mysite/post/your-way-or-my-way-differences-in-valentine-s-day-celebrations-in-japan-and-in-the-philippines

09/01/2023

It’s always magical when one puts up thousands of lights in an area.

goes crazy with starting in December. They put up lights to highlight the in … the with ( #花火 or )… the in … and of course you have this for

As if the isn’t enough… but hey, not complaining here. Love the result!










#日本へようこそ
#日本イルミネーション

#일본의일루미네이션

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25/12/2022

How did you spend your to ?
With good food, wonderful friends, and our families whose love transcend the distance.

A very meaningful Christmas to all of you.





#メリークリスマス
＃メリークリスマス日本
#つくば市
#外国人クリスマス
＃外国人

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13/11/2022

What’s for breakfast, honey?

He woke up early to 🏃‍♂️ and when he came back he prepared French toast, eggs, bacon and coffee.

I should encourage him to run everyday. 😊

#가을 🍁 #日本 #東京 #つくば #朝ごはん

12/11/2022

Happiness is …
… blowing bubbles.

In this warm afternoon, this lady is spreading happiness and gleeful chatter!

Let’s be this lady. Make someone smile and feel good today. 😊

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🍁
#秋




#泡を作る
#作る


#거품을불다
#가을

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06/11/2022

How many types of ( #醤油 ) do you need to eat ( #すし )?

offers different kinds from different areas of #日本 We love the one with ponzu from and the thick one from













#カキ

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05/11/2022

What’s your favorite season? I always say 🍂!

Spring activates my allergies.
Summer in Japan is too humid.
Winter is 🥶.

“Everyone must take time to sit and watch the leaves turn.”
— Elizabeth Lawrence

And this is what I like to do. Just admire the leaves turning color.







#秋に日本
#つくば
#さいたま
#東京






#일본의가을





#단풍
#紅葉

マイ レス shared a post on Instagram: "What’s your favorite season? I always say 🍂! Spring activates my allergies. Summer in Japan is too humid. Winter is 🥶. “Everyone must take time to sit and watch the leaves turn.” — Elizabeth Lawrence And this is what I like to do. Just admire ...

29/10/2022

Have you ever wondered why is so clean?
Japan doesn’t have street sweepers in all areas. There’s no heavy punishment too for littering. But it’s the people who make it possible.

People clean their 🏡 surroundings. During weekends, families to pick up trash at nearby parks. And when there are festivals, each one picks up after themselves. Not only that, they segregate the plastic food containers, from the chopsticks and the plastic cups. Imagine still doing that even after downing liters of 🍺.

Don people do this in your home country?





#日本のまつり
#つくば
#埼玉
#東京
#いつでもきれいに
#당신이갈때청소

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03/10/2022

Owning a bike or two has always been the norm rather than the exception in #日本
It just makes sense. You save on money, gas and time. Almost all places too, including parks, have designated parking slots for 🚲.

It’s been more than decades since I last owned and rode one. Better takes things slow.

Note: Just make sure you register your bike at the police office or a friendly bike shop. #自転車登録









#自転車