Author Archive Jason Gatewood

Jason Gatewood

Our Tokyo based collaborator is a tech nerd, Japanophile, train nut, and a veritable fountain of information on Japan. His current goal is to watch Evangelion and actually "get it", sing every permutation of "Hotel California" at any karaoke gathering, ride every bullet train line, and sample all varieties of ramen throughout Japan. Catch more of his musings at · http://jlgatewood.com

Staying Cool in the (Japanese) Heat

Jul 25, 2018 By Jason Gatewood

  Our latest weather woes have made international headlines recently, with an unprecedented heatwave that has set records across Japan....[ Click to read more ]

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What Conveniences are on Offer at Your Local Convenience Store?

Jun 27, 2018 By Jason Gatewood

The ubiquitous conbini that you look to whenever you need to buy a beer, dish soap, hot meal, or even...[ Click to read more ]

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Splish, Splash, Sploosh!: Your Guide to Tokyo’s Waterparks

By Jason Gatewood

When the air outside is thick with humidity, cicadas begin their endless chirping, the stores start stocking endless varieties of...[ Click to read more ]

Let’s Tour Tokyo: Kichijoji

By Jason Gatewood

It’s been awhile since I last introduced a part of Tokyo you may not be so familiar with, so this...[ Click to read more ]

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Fly First Airlines and experience traveling without moving

Jun 02, 2018 By Jason Gatewood

There are no limits to the amount of themed cafes that are available to you if you want a unique...[ Click to read more ]

Leave Your Mobile Battery Behind with Charge-Spot

May 29, 2018 By Jason Gatewood

Back in the days of flip phones, Japan what noted for having some seriously nice phones that could do almost...[ Click to read more ]

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Get Rid Of Your International Coin Collection Once And For All

Apr 26, 2018 By Jason Gatewood

Like any other expat living here in Japan, I’ve taken to using the proximity to the rest of Asia along...[ Click to read more ]

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Tokyo Midtown Hibiya: Upscale shopping at the Emperor’s front door

By Jason Gatewood

Tokyo’s Hibiya district is known mostly for its namesake park right next to the Imperial Palace grounds, and being home...[ Click to read more ]

Tokyo Java: Why Are Indie Coffee Shops Opening All Over The Metropolis?

By Jason Gatewood

We’ll forgive you for thinking Japan was all about the green tea if you’ve never been here before. Of course...[ Click to read more ]