Author: Genevieve G.
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Unwinding in Gifu: Our Night at an Italian-Inspired Izakaya
After a long week, my husband and I escaped to a cozy izakaya in Gifu. What we found was more than just Japanese pub food—Italian-inspired dishes like honey cheese pizza, Sicilian pepperoncino pasta, and crispy fried enoki made the night unforgettable.
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Family Trip to Shizuoka Itinerary: 2 Days of Food, Shrines, and Scenic Views
Our two-day family trip to Shizuoka was filled with food, shrines, and scenic views. From savoring grilled unagi in Hamamatsu to strolling through the colorful flower halls of Kakegawa Kachōen, every stop offered something special. We found peace at Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, laughed over sashimi and sake at a cozy izakaya, and took in the…
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Living in Japan
My First Year Reflections: Life in Japan A little over a year ago, I took one of the biggest steps of my life—I left behind my career as a nurse in America and moved to Japan to begin a new chapter with my Japanese husband. It was both exciting and frightening. I was starting over…
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My First Year Reflections: Life in Japan
A year ago, I left my nursing career in America and moved to Japan to begin a new chapter with my husband. It was daunting—new country, new marriage, and a language I could barely speak. I didn’t know if I could find my place here. Then, through a free caregiving training program, I not only…
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