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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…
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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…
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Tokyo Disneyland with a Toddler: Tips and Ride Reviews
In my June newsletter, I mentioned that my daughter visited Tokyo Disneyland for the first time! (Psst, make sure to sign up for my monthly newsletter if you haven’t already! I talk more…
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Japanese Educational TV Shows for Babies and Toddlers
I’m sure we all have fond memories of our favorite shows from when we were little. When I was growing up in Canada, I used to love watching educational children’s programs like The…
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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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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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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…
