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Tibetan Literature in Japan: A Growing Phenomenon

Me Time Japan Team | September 15, 2024

Tibetan literature spread rapidly around the world in the 2010s. When White Crane, Lend Me Your Wings: A Tibetan Tale of Love and War was published in Japan in 2020, the book went into reprint in just two months. We explore the appeal of Tibetan literature with researcher Izumi Hoshi. Izumi Hoshi, a Tibetan researcher and translator, says that Tibetan literary works are very effective in capturing the feelings of people living in the contemporary era. It is often difficult to understand the daily lives of Tibetans because news reports are never sufficient to understand what people are feeling and what they are doing in their daily lives. On the … arrow_forward

Discovering Tama: The Heartbeat of Suburban Tokyo

Me Time Japan Team | August 16, 2024

In 2022, we launched Me Time Japan, a website dedicated to promoting mindfulness, diversity, and sustainability. Our featured articles blend traditional and modern Japanese perspectives, offering insights on living a mindful lifestyle and celebrating the rich diversity of Japanese cultures. At the core of our mission is the promotion of “me time” ― encouraging individuals to embrace and enjoy solitude as a means of personal growth and well-being. “Me Time Japan in Tama” was born from our desire to introduce readers to the hidden gems of the Tokyo area. While many travelers see Tokyo through iconic districts like Asakusa, Ginza, Roppongi, and Shibuya, we aim to reveal the rich and … arrow_forward

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Maximize Your Me-Time: 48 Hours in Kyoto’s Best Locations

Me Time Japan Team | August 10, 2024

Embark on a me-time adventure to Kyoto, where you can experience the true essence of “me time.” A journey from Tokyo Station to Kyoto via the Shinkansen takes just over two hours. While an early start on a day morning might be a bit challenging for some, it allows you to maximize your travel time and fully enjoy the adventure. Begin your journey with breakfast on the Shinkansen, setting the tone for a whimsical and fulfilling trip. Kyoto is perfect for a 2-night, 3-day trip, offering exciting experiences even for travel in Japan for the very first time. Here’s a delightful plan for two days to recommend you enjoy in Kyoto: Perfect Balance … arrow_forward

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Me-Time Munchies: Exploring Tokyo’s Yakitori

Me Time Japan Team | July 10, 2024

Tokyo is the perfect place to embark on your me-time adventures. You’ll seamlessly blend in with other tourists and locals in this vibrant hub of food and drink culture. Embracing me-time dining is effortless in Tokyo, where the culture celebrates those who enjoy eating and drinking by themselves. For a delightful and relaxed evening to unwind, reflect, and recharge, kindly explore our favorite Yakitori spots in Tokyo below. Yakitori offers a casual dining experience with a variety of small and affordable dishes. The meal is simply perfect when accompanied by your drink of choice, ideal for me-timers! A Taste of History: Yakitori (Grilled BBQ Skewers) Yakitori, a timeless culinary tradition … arrow_forward

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The Power of Me-Time For Travel: Why It’s Essential

Me Time Japan Team | June 21, 2024

Exploring new places through travel is a transformative experience that broadens our perspectives and encourages personal growth. At the intersection of travel and personal enrichment, we believe that dedicating “me-time” is essential for personal well-being, not merely a luxury. Taking these moments during journeys offers unique advantages, fostering self-discovery and inner reflection. If you’re considering a personal adventure, here are compelling reasons to embrace the opportunity for “me-time”: Why Me-Time Matters: Discover the Benefits Rediscover Your True Self When you embark on a journey for Me-Time, you will face decisions and challenges that will help you discover your true self. Traveling exposes you to raw experiences where you can reconnect … arrow_forward

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Forge Your Path: Embrace Solo Adventures for Personal Growth

Me Time Japan Team | June 5, 2024

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“Solo activity” is an opportunity to develop a new self through mental and social independence. A rule to fully spend time by yourself in the wilderness. Drinking alone, traveling alone, eating alone. “Solo activities” have become recognized and understood more in recent years and refer to actions and experiences that match your own pace and thoughts. With the idea of mental and social independence, far from being negative ideas of “loneliness” or “being a loner,” we earn a place in society by triggering the development of a new self. In the digital age, getting time to yourself is more difficult than you might think. In other words, it’s not easy … arrow_forward

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Alone and Thriving: Cultivating Joy in Your Solo Moments

Me Time Japan Team | May 15, 2024

“Doing things solo” is an opportunity to re-make oneself by establishing mental independence and freedom from dependence on others. Here are the rules for eating alone in New York, an idea that’s quickly becoming popular! Over the past few years, people have gained a better understanding and appreciation today of the idea of doing things solo, whether it’s drinking alone, traveling alone, or eating alone. Doing things solo is all about moving at your own pace, and making your actions and experience about your own approach. The concept is mental independence and freedom from a certain dependence on others, instead of negative feelings of loneliness or being left out. We … arrow_forward

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Crafting Connections: Nordic design and Japanese Folk Art Movement

Me Time Japan Team | May 1, 2024

A limited edition book turi showcasing the work of Turi Gramstad Oliver, a prominent figure in Nordic design, was released. The book includes works inspired by Japanese artists, who led the Mingei movement, and Japanese culture. Turi Gramstad Oliver is a prominent Norwegian artist who has been active since the mid-20th century. Last summer in Norway, a design book Turi was released, chronicling Turi’s lifetime of creative work. The book includes over 500 illustrations and photographs, along with archival images, anecdotes, and insights into her personal life shared with fellow creative collaborators. It was written by Torunn Larsen, a writer and art historian. Why the World Can’t Have Enough of Norwegian Product … arrow_forward

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Addressing Life’s Challenges Through Norwegian Picture Books

Me Time Japan Team | April 10, 2024

Last year’s Nobel Prize in Literature went to a Norwegian playwright, sparking interest in Norwegian books in Japan. Join us in exploring Norwegian picture books with translator Junko Aoki and writer Gro Dahle. The world of Norwegian picture books may be full of surprises for Japanese people as they vividly depict all kinds of social issues, including gender-related matters and domestic violence. Among them, The Angry Man captures domestic violence by parents from a child’s perspective. In Aquarium, it highlights the presence of young carers, making their existence known to society even before it gained widespread recognition. In Aquarium, the book portrays the daily life of a young girl whose mother is a goldfish … arrow_forward

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Korean-Japanese BBQ Rhapsody in Tokyo

Me Time Japan Team | March 25, 2024

Yakiniku, the ultimate Japanese grilled meat extravaganza, is popular in Japan, boasting around 20,000 sizzling hot spots. You’ll find everything from fancy joints serving up high quality Wagyu beef to one-of-a-kind places dishing out offal and game meats. In modern yakiniku spots, the numerous varieties of sauces rule. From classic soy sauce to creative mixes with miso, garlic, and Korean red chili paste called Gochujang. There’s always a special sauce for every meaty delight. Grilled meats come with a sides of Korean-inspired delights like kimchi; beef bone soup; and cold noodles. The Korean influence on Japanese yakiniku is clear, as the cooking style was brought to Japan from Korea. Our … arrow_forward

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