Why I Never Buy Sunscreen in the US
European Sunscreen– the Most Useful Souvenir? Sunscreen is bulky, messy, and not particularly interesting, so you may be wondering why I would suggest picking up some tubes on your next …
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Queueing up for Japanese Cult Beauty Products: a Hundred Japanese Women Can’t be Wrong
When I saw this huge line of local Japanese women lining up in front of a department store, what did I do? Joined them of course! I quickly learned the …
Tokyo Banana: bring home the Japanese version of a Twinkie
Tokyo Banana– an irresistible Tokyo Souvenir When passing through Tokyo station, you can’t miss the Tokyo Banana shops– the super-cute, bright yellow shop fronts are designed to attract attention. During …
A Hat for Everyman – Souvenirs of Central Asia (Guest Post)
By Stephen Lioy, Guest writer, photographer and Central Asia Specialist The ‘Stans are an amazing region for travelers, with nature and history and adventure and even a few worthwhile cities. …
Souvenir shopping Kyoto, Japan. Why Japanese customer service is the world’s best.
Walk into the accessories section of any Japanese store and you will be floored by the trays of carefully arranged, high-quality hair pins, barrettes and costume jewelry, all sparkling enticingly …
Can a Foreign Tourist Rent or Buy a Kimono in Japan? Everything you need to know!
Most tourists planning a trip to Japan are familiar with the gorgeous Japanese tradition of wearing a kimono. In this article, I will try to address some common questions I …