Tag: Japanese lifestyle

  • The Morning Set Culture in Gifu: Discover Japan’s Unique Breakfast Tradition

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    One of the things I’ve grown to love about living in Gifu is the morning set culture. Unlike in other parts of Japan, where breakfast might mean grabbing an onigiri from the konbini, in Gifu it’s all about heading to a cozy kissaten (coffee shop) and enjoying a full plate of food that comes free…

    A sweet and savory morning set in Gifu, with thick French toast, salad, and an iced coffee topped with cream, served on a wooden café table.
  • My First Year Reflections: Life in Japan

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    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…