- Baby, First Trimester, First Year, General, General, Labor/Birth, Life in Japan, Newborn, Pregnancy, Product Reviews, Products, Second Trimester, Second Year, Third Trimester
Best Amazon Japan Black Friday 2021 Deals for Pregnancy, Babies, and Toddlers
Black Friday is here! It’s one of the best times to get great deals on household items, Christmas presents, and things you need for your little one. I’ve compiled a list of some…
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Best 2021 Christmas Gifts for Children in Japan
Halloween is over, the leaves are changing color, and it’s getting colder, which can only mean it’s that time of year again — the holiday season! If you’re wondering what are popular gifts…
- Baby, Events, First Year, General, Japanese Traditions, Newborn, Pregnancy, Third Trimester, Toddler
Family Photography Services in Japan (Wedding, Maternity, Newborn, Omiyamairi, Birthday, Shichi-Go-San)
A picture can say a thousand words, and when it comes to your new and growing family, the words that a good photo can contain are endless. As a child, I remember going…
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A Slice of Employed Mom and Dad Life in Japan
One common worry new parents may have is how to manage childcare and housework after maternity/paternity leave is over, or when both parents are back in the office. This is a very valid…
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100th Post and a Big Announcement
I can hardly believe it… This is my 100th post! When I first started Tiny Tot in Tokyo, I didn’t expect anyone to read it but I had the tiny hope that someone,…
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Tsukimi: The Autumn Moon-Viewing Festival in Japan
It’s finally autumn, the season of golden leaves, crisp air, spooky creatures, delicious food, and Tsukimi. Tsukimi (月見), also known as Otsukimi (お月見), is a traditional mid-autumn moon (月) viewing (見) festival in…
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Recipe: Kabocha Squash (Japanese Pumpkin) Oyaki for Babies and Toddlers
Recently, I’ve gotten a few requests on my Instagram account for the recipe for kabocha squash (Japanese pumpkin) oyaki. And of course, if you ask, I will do my best to deliver! …
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Visiting Sanrio Puroland with a Toddler
In early August this year, my little family visited Sanrio Puroland for the first time. Sanrio Puroland is a Sanrio theme park and the ultimate place to visit if you’re a fan. Even…
- Baby, First Trimester, General, Labor/Birth, Newborn, Pregnancy, Second Trimester, Third Trimester, Trying to Conceive
Pregnancy Omamori in Japan: Amulets for Trying to Conceive and Childbirth
If you visit a shrine or temple in Japan, you will likely see some colorful and tiny pouch-like items for sale. These are amulets called omamori (お守り), which contain the blessings of priests…
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DIY Japanese Summer Festival (Natsumatsuri) at Home
Natsumatsuri (夏祭り) means “Summer Festival” and is one of the best parts of summer in Japan. People wear beautiful yukata and jinbei, play games, eat sweets like kakigori and chocobanana, and munch on…
