I was born in Kyoto and moved to Tokyo about 10 years ago. I hope to share some information about Kansai through Deep Japan. I am currently enjoying being a mom raising a two-year-old boy.
Japan
Emi Onishi’s Stories
- Taneya: Over 150 years of wagashi excellence in Shiga Prefecture
- Dining in Japan: Two chopstick taboos you must avoid
- Shinagawa Shuku Guest House: Your affordable, English-friendly stay in Tokyo
- Setsubun: Drive away evil spirits with…beans!
- Ehomaki: The symbolic sushi roll and how to eat it right to usher in good luck
- Hakone: Home to Picasso’s unbound genius and timeless art
- Hakone Open-Air Museum: Sculptures that endure the test of time and natural elements
- Seeking Japanese comfort food on a budget? Ootoya’s got you!
- From clay to masterpiece: The bold beauty of Shigaraki pottery
- A spring afternoon of sakura and sweets in Jiyugaoka
- Emergency preparedness: This rice could save your life
- Shinagawa Shukuba Festival: A chance to witness life in Japan 400 years ago
- From Kyoto to Tokyo: My journey navigating the different regional dialects
- All aboard Hakone’s…pirate ships? Yep!
- Yatsuhashi: One of Kyoto’s favorite confections (deservedly so!)
- Hina dolls: The fascinating story of what they represent and how to position them
- Kaneko Hannosuke: The legendary spot for Tokyo’s best tempura bowl
- Goma Tamago: Tokyo’s egg-stra special confectionery
- Step into purity and “climb” Mt. Fuji in Tokyo
- Bakery & Table: Healing foot baths and heavenly treats in Hakone
- From izakaya to your kitchen: How to prepare edamame like a pro!
- From sweet liqueur to salty pickles: Japanese ume plums are so versatile!
- Nishiki Market: “Kyoto’s Kitchen” for 400 years and counting!
- From miniature cities to epic quests: LEGOLAND Tokyo is a dream for kids and a win for parents
- All about mikoshi, Japan’s portable shrines–the spirit of god is on the move!
- Making green tea? Don’t use boiling water!
- Pontocho Alley: Where Kyoto’s culinary delights and geisha culture meet
- Sanjusangendo: The ancient temple of 1001 statues in Kyoto
- Kamo River: Kyoto’s beloved gathering place for every season
- Kyoto Station: A futuristic architectural masterpiece
- Looking for love? Visit Kyoto’s Jishu Shrine, the Cupid of Japan
- Doraemon: Japan’s most adored robot cat
- Need help with ticket machines at stations? A hidden train staff could be one button press away!
- Oktoberfest in Japan: Bavarian fun with a local twist
- Exploring Japan’s premium fruits and traditions
- Matsutake mushrooms: A Japanese autumn delicacy since ancient times
- Dining at Haneda Airport: There is something for everyone
- Kyaraben is the epitome of “too cute to eat”
- Visit Enoshima Island to experience one of Japan’s top winter illuminations
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