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Judith Mikami

Hi, I’m Judith Mikami originally from Auckland, New Zealand. I came to Japan over 30 years ago to experience...

Hi, I’m Judith Mikami originally from Auckland, New Zealand. I came to Japan over 30...

Hi,I’m Judith originally from Auckland, New Zealand. I came to Japan over 30 years ago to experience a culture and country very different from my homeland.

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Judith Mikami

Hi,I’m Judith originally from Auckland, New Zealand. I came to Japan over 30 years ago to experience a culture and country very different from my homeland.

Hi, I’m Judith Mikami originally from Auckland,...

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Louise George Kittaka

Hi there! I’m Louise George Kittaka, a freelance writer, content creator and university lecturer from New Zealand,...

Hi there! I’m Louise George Kittaka, a freelance writer, content creator and university lecturer...

Hi there! I’m Louise George Kittaka, a freelance writer, content creator and university lecturer from New Zealand, now based in Tokyo.

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Louise George Kittaka

Hi there! I’m Louise George Kittaka, a freelance writer, content creator and university lecturer from New Zealand, now based in Tokyo.

Hi there! I’m Louise George Kittaka, a freelance writer,...

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Laura Pollacco

Hello! My name is Laura Pollacco, and I am a British national living, working, and loving my life in Japan...

Hello! My name is Laura Pollacco, and I am a British national living, working, and loving...

Hello! My name is Laura, and I am a British national living, working, and loving my life in Japan for over four years now.

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Laura Pollacco

Hello! My name is Laura, and I am a British national living, working, and loving my life in Japan for over four years now.

Hello! My name is Laura Pollacco, and I am a British...

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Steven Liu

Hello! I’m Steven Liu, a proud native of Taipei, Taiwan, who has embarked on an incredible journey in Japan for...

Hello! I’m Steven Liu, a proud native of Taipei, Taiwan, who has embarked on an incredible journey...

Hello! I’m Steven Liu, a proud native of Taipei, Taiwan, who has embarked on an incredible journey in Japan for over five years.

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Steven Liu

Hello! I’m Steven Liu, a proud native of Taipei, Taiwan, who has embarked on an incredible journey in Japan for over five years.

Hello! I’m Steven Liu, a proud native of Taipei, Taiwan,...

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Gen Shiraishi

Hello! My name is Gen Shiraishi and I was born and raised in . I'm very passionate about helping internationals...

Hello! My name is Gen Shiraishi and I was born and raised in . I'm very passionate about...

Hello! My name is Gen Shiraishi and I was born and raised in Yokohama. I'm very passionate about helping internationals discover Japan's true beauties and hidden gems.

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Gen Shiraishi

Hello! My name is Gen Shiraishi and I was born and raised in Yokohama. I'm very passionate about helping internationals discover Japan's true beauties and hidden gems.

Hello! My name is Gen Shiraishi and I was born...

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Andres Zuleta, Boutique Japan

I am Andres Zuleta, one of the two founders of Boutique Japan Travel Company. In 2005, I first moved from New York...

I am Andres Zuleta, one of the two founders of Boutique Japan Travel Company. In 2005, I first...

In 2005, I first moved from New York City to Tokyo to study Japanese, and living in Tokyo changed my life.

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Andres Zuleta, Boutique Japan

Andres Zuleta

In 2005, I first moved from New York City to Tokyo to study Japanese, and living in Tokyo changed my life.

I am Andres Zuleta, one of the two founders of Boutique...

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Our mission.

Deep Japan is a community-driven tourism platform offering authentic insights into Japanese culture, travel, and everyday life. Our diverse “Senpai” writers—many with over 20 years of living in Japan—share heartfelt stories, practical travel tips, and fascinating observations about the Japan they know and love.

Our mission is to shine a light on the thoughtful traditions and endearing quirks that define Japanese life, fostering a deeper appreciation for what makes this country so beautifully different.

Word of the Week

Shinrin-yoku

The practice of “forest bathing,” or taking in the atmosphere of the forest. It’s about immersing oneself in nature to reduce stress and improve mental well-being.