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Michael Stigall


Odaiba’s Misfit Museum: The Unko Museum

Nov 30, 2023 By Michael Stigall

Maybe I've been here too long but sometimes I forget that Japan has a reputation for being, well, a weird...[ Click to read more ]

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Tokyo’s Christmas Markets 2023

By Michael Stigall

Some years ago, I had the opportunity to visit Europe right before the holiday season was underway. One upside to...[ Click to read more ]

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Winter Illuminations in Tokyo 2023

By Michael Stigall

Christmas Day in Japan is just another working day for the most part.  The most interesting facet of the Christmas...[ Click to read more ]

Biking Around Tokyo

Oct 27, 2023 By Michael Stigall

As sure as you'll find vending machines, convenience stores, and a small shrine in the average Japanese neighborhood, you'll find...[ Click to read more ]

The Top Parks Around Tokyo

Oct 26, 2023 By Michael Stigall

The metropolis is a great place to live, but the space available isn't always great. Being constantly surrounded by buildings...[ Click to read more ]

Odakyu’s Romancecar Museum

Sep 27, 2023 By Michael Stigall

It's an open secret that one of the reasons I enjoy living in Japan is that public transportation is held...[ Click to read more ]

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Tokyo’s Best Mexican Food

By Michael Stigall

Tokyo is the "World's Greatest Food City," and at last count, home to over 200 Michelin-starred restaurants. More than ramen,...[ Click to read more ]

Volunteering in the Tokyo Area

By Michael Stigall

When living in a new country, offering your free time to help the local community can be a great thing....[ Click to read more ]

Buying A Summer Yukata in Tokyo

Aug 29, 2023 By Michael Stigall

Now that festivals are back on the menu again, you may find yourself at one. Or perhaps, while taking in...[ Click to read more ]

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Dessert Buffets in Tokyo

Aug 28, 2023 By Michael Stigall

If you’re the type that is all about putting cake before casserole and satisfying your sweet tooth to the point...[ Click to read more ]

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