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Easy Father’s Day Handmade Gifts from Babies and Toddlers
Father’s Day (父の日・chichi no hi) is right around the corner but finding the perfect gift can be challenging. In Japan, Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday of June every year. Common presents…
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Pal System: Grocery Delivery in Japan
After reviewing Co-op Deli and Oisix, I’m here with a review of another grocery delivery service in Japan: Pal System. One reason why I waited so long to try Pal System is that…
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Best Japanese and English Birthday Picture Books
Wondering what to get your baby, a friend’s child, or a family member’s when they turn 1? I’ve written an article about all the different kinds of first birthday gifts you can buy…
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Great First Birthday Gifts: What to Get a 1-Year-Old in Japan
Some of my friends in Japan have children who turn one this year, so while I was looking for a gift, I thought it would be helpful to share what I think are…
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Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenthood in Japan: Harriet’s Story
I’m beyond thrilled to have the opportunity to share this latest interview on pregnancy and motherhood in Japan. Harriet Ocharo (known online as Savvy Kenya) is a working mother of two in Japan.…
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Kodomo No Hi (Children’s Day): Celebrating Children in Japan
Every year on May 5th, Japan wraps up its Golden Week holidays with Kodomo no Hi (こどもの日) or Children’s Day. As this Japanese holiday celebrates children, I thought I would share a bit…
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Easy Japanese Tofu and Chicken Patty Recipe for Babies and Toddlers
My latest Japanese recipe for babies and toddlers is something that my husband or I make almost every week for dinner, typically on Sunday nights. These healthy and nutritious tofu and chicken patties…
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What’s in a Diaper Bag in Japan? (Toddler-Edition)
Diaper bags in Japan are called マザーズバッグ (yes, a little gendered…) and are a must-have for every parent. As outlined in my article on what was in my diaper bag for my 3-month-old,…
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Recipe: Ojiya (Japanese Rice Soup) for Babies and Toddlers
Last week, my daughter was sick with a cold so I made her the ultimate Japanese comfort food when you’re ill — おじや (ojiya). Ojiya is a Japanese rice soup that is simple…
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One Year of Daycare in Japan
My daughter has officially finished one year of daycare (hoikuen) in Japan! In the beginning, I was very worried about her starting daycare from only 9 months old, especially because of the pandemic.…
