Product Reviews
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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…
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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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Reviewing Oisix: A Meal Kit and Grocery Delivery Service in Japan
Two weeks ago, I was talking to my coworker about how to save money on groceries and she brought up Oisix, a service in Japan that delivers fresh and frozen meal kits straight…
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Japanese and English Christmas Picture Books for Babies and Toddlers
There’s nothing better during winter than curling up on the couch with a good book — well, except for curling up on the couch with a good book and a snuggly little baby…
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Baby and Toddler Snacks in Japan
There are so many snacks (おやつ) available in Japan for babies once they start eating solid food so I thought I would share information about the ones my daughter has tried. These are…
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Reviewing Baby Wipes in Japan
There’s a lot to learn for first-time parents when it comes to all the different baby products out there, so similar to my review of newborn diapers in Japan and M-size pull-up or…
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Japanese and English Halloween Picture Books for Babies and Toddlers
October is my favorite month of the year. It’s pleasantly cool outside, the leaves have started changing into warm colors, and best of all, it’s the month of Halloween! Halloween has become quite…
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Baby Food from iHerb Japan
Curious about where to get foreign-brand baby food in Japan? iHerb is a great online store to get natural products for you and your baby, and they carry brands you might be familiar…
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The Ultimate Guide to Stores for Baby, Toddler, and Children’s Clothes and Products in Japan
This article has been a long time coming, and I apologize for the delay! If you’ve read my other articles, I tend to refer to “baby stores” a lot so I thought it…
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Reviewing Diapers in Japan for Newborn Babies
As a new parent, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out what kind of diaper is best for your newborn (新生児・shinseiji), and if you’re a foreign parent in Japan, perhaps you’re wondering…