Shopping, fresh fruit mochi, and a rainy afternoon at Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan made for a busy second day in Japan.
Japan Day 1: We Finally Made It to Osaka!
Our Japan adventure begins! From landing at Kansai Airport to riding the Hello Kitty HARUKA Express, settling into our Airbnb, and discovering our very first Japanese 7-Eleven.
A New Japan Adventure
My second trip to Japan couldn’t be more different: less temples, more kawaii, food, thrifting and adventures with teenagers.
Packing Light for Our Japan Adventure
Our simple Japan packing strategy: travel light, stay flexible, and leave space for the unexpected.
Getting Ready for Japan: The Little Things That Make It Feel Real
Getting ready for Japan is part of the magic — packing light, planning as a family, and enjoying the excitement before departure.
Our Upcoming Trip to Japan
We’re getting ready for a fun, colorful trip to Japan filled with kawaii places, cute shopping, and lots of excitement. Details coming later.
The Ultimate Guide to Kawaii Stickers
Discover kawaii sticker types, creative uses, collecting tips, and storage ideas, plus ways to decorate planners, journals, and everyday items.
Kawaii Christmas Gift Ideas: Stocking Fillers and Small Gift Sets
Explore kawaii Christmas gift ideas, from stocking fillers and little stationery sets to creative gifts, simple wrapping, and handmade tags.
Kawaii Thanksgiving Table Ideas: Cute Place Cards and Simple Decorations
Try kawaii Thanksgiving table ideas with smiling pumpkin place cards, leaf name tags, a low centerpiece, and personal thank-you notes for guests.
Halloween Squishmallows: Cute and Spooky Plushies to Collect
Discover cute Halloween Squishmallows, from bats and ghosts to cheerful pumpkins, with ideas for collecting, decorating, and finding favourites.