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welcome to this corner of my world where I write stories that inspire me or have touched my heart in some way, some blogs here are from my time in tokyo and other from other travels. please follow me on Medium! if you'd like

📅 2024

All the Tiny Ways Tokyo Stayed with Me

A heartfelt reflection on how living in Tokyo left an indelible mark on my life, from the small daily rituals to the profound cultural experiences.

Tokyo Life Culture
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📅 2024

Solo in Atami: My Adventures Along the Sagami Bay

Join me on a solo adventure to Atami, where I explored the beautiful Sagami Bay, discovered hidden gems, and embraced the art of traveling alone.

Travel Japan Adventure
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📅 2023

The Sport Japan Taught Me to Love

Discovering a new passion through Japanese culture - how living in Japan introduced me to a sport I never knew I'd fall in love with.

Japan Sports Culture
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📅 2023

A Coffee Lover's Guide to Akatsuka: More Hidden Cafés & Unexpected Encounters

Part two of my coffee adventures in Akatsuka, exploring even more hidden cafés and the unexpected encounters that made each visit memorable.

Coffee Tokyo Food
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📅 2023

A Coffee Lover's Guide to Akatsuka: Tokyo's Best Kept Secret

Uncovering the hidden café culture of Akatsuka, a lesser-known neighborhood in Tokyo that's a paradise for coffee enthusiasts.

Coffee Tokyo Hidden Gems
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📅 2023

The Curse of Growing Up

A reflective piece on the bittersweet reality of growing up, losing innocence, and finding wisdom in the process of becoming an adult.

Life Personal Growth Reflection
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📅 2023

My Top Five Picks of 2022

A curated list of my favorite books, shows, places, and experiences from 2022 - the things that shaped my year and left a lasting impression.

Year in Review Recommendations 2022
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📅 2022

Ghost Town: A Lackluster City Named Lavasa

Exploring Lavasa, India's planned hill city that never quite lived up to its promise - a fascinating look at urban planning gone wrong.

Travel India Urban Planning
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📅 2022

Roommate Matching Application: A UX/UI Perspective

A deep dive into designing a roommate matching app with a focus on user experience, interface design, and solving real-world problems through thoughtful design.

UX/UI Design Tech
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