Hiro K..

Born and raised in Costa Rica, I started living in Tokyo from college. I love traveling within Japan & around the world. Since I wasn’t born in Japan, I know the cultural impact that you can get when visiting Japan for the first time and what you might be worried about before your trip. And I’ve lived long enough to somewhat understand the nuances of the Japanese culture that make this country such an attractive place to visit. Hopefully I can provide to you both the information you’re looking for and the information you didn’t know you needed to know.
Hiro K..
evening Tokyo Tower view

Tokyo Tower: The Symbol of Japan’s Capital City

Get to know more about Tokyo's most famous landmark!
Tokyo Skytree from the front

Tokyo Skytree: The New Symbol of Modern Tokyo

Enjoy the view up from the tallest tower in the world!
Ritz Carlton Osaka Lobby

10 Finest Hotels and Ryokan in Osaka

Recommended Hotels, Hostels, Guesthouses, and Ryokan in Osaka
Kyoto Tower view

10 Best Hotels in Kyoto

Hotels, Hostels, Guesthouses, and Ryokan in Kyoto
Inside view of metro

List of Useful Japanese Phrases by Situation

Japanese conversation for varying occasions
Don Quijote entrance

5 Large Don Quijote and MEGA DONKI in Tokyo

Shop at some of the largest "DONKI" stores in Tokyo
Yokohama night view

10 Best Neighbourhoods to Live in Tokyo

Most popular areas within and around Tokyo to live in
konbini from the outside

Japanese Conversation at Convenience Stores

Useful phrases to use at Konbini
Japanese Resume

Rirekisho: How to Write a Resume in Japan

Learn how to write a Japanese CV to apply for a job in Japan
Kuromon Market

Kuromon Market: Osaka’s Popular & Historic Marketplace

Get to know more about "Osaka's Kitchen"