Me Time Guide

There are plenty of fun things to do on your Me Time. Here are some of the trend and best solo activities to try out!

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Why Reading Alone Together is so Appealing

There is a breath of fresh air blowing through book clubs, which have been a traditional type of community in the United States. It is coming from silent book clubs, which allow participants to enjoy solo activities and reading at the same time. Book clubs can be brought up as one type of hobby-based gathering traditionally seen in the United States. An ordinary book club will issue an assigned book that the participants all read, then they will hold a meetup to share their opinions, including their impressions and thoughts. There are some people who enjoy this style. Yet conversely, there are a number of such clubs that see members arrow_forward
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The Joys of Solo Living: Finding Happiness and Fulfillment Alone

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Four years ago, Sucheta Dutt launched Solo Living, an online media and community in the UK to share the beauty and fun of living alone. We asked to her about solo living through email interviews. I’ve been told many times by foreigners who love Japan that as a country, it might be the most prepared and advanced for solo activities, especially when it comes to food, and thanks to this interview I found it to be not entirely off the mark when it comes to the UK. In Europe, eating alone is seen as strange or lonely. We talked to Sucheta, founder of the online media and community “Solo Living,” arrow_forward
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Discovering Tama: The Heartbeat of Suburban Tokyo

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

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

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

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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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Korean-Japanese BBQ Rhapsody in Tokyo

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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Best Guide: Find Your Favorite Indian Curry In Osaka

The influx of foreign tourists to Osaka is on the rise, and they relish dining at the various curry shops just as much as the locals (maybe even more!). While you may be familiar with Japanese foods like sushi, soba, and tempura, consider exploring the myriad curry dishes Japan has to offer on your next visit. We find that curry consumption in Japan is remarkably high, ranking second only to India. There are many kinds of curries out there, with different types of spices, various levels of spiciness, and a dizzying number of vegetable and meat combinations. Osaka has a famous saying called Kuidaore(食い倒れ), which means to spoil yourself with arrow_forward
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The 5 Luxury Classic Onsen in the Northeast: The Perfect Destinations for Solos

Japan has an ancient custom in traditionally taking hot baths. People in Japan customarily like to go to public bathhouses. There are many different types and varieties of bathhouses. Some use tap water in their baths which is typically called Sentō(銭湯). In contrast, bathhouses that utilize a natural hot spring, are called Onsen(温泉). In particular, a trip to an onsen is one of the most popular activities for modern Japanese people. We will reveal some of the special places that hot spring fans truly enjoy during their trips in Japan. Touji(湯治), means “hot spring cure”. It refers to visiting a resort that possesses a natural hot spring. It typically requires arrow_forward
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The Epic & Ultimate Pilgrimage: Ise Jingu for Solo Travelers

One of the most famous Japanese sightseeing pilgrimages for Japanese and foreigners is the Ise Jingu Shrine, located in Ise city, Mie Prefecture. Ise Jingu is a Shinto shrine that represents the country and is preserved by the imperial family. There are an amazing 125 Shinto shrines within Ise Jingo. Two of the two main shrines are Naiku and Geku. Naiku means inner shrine, the most venerable sanctuary in Japan. Within Naiku is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Amaterasu-Omikami, the ancestral Shinto deity of the Imperial family. She was enshrined in Naiku about 2,000 years ago and has been revered as a guard of Japan. Geku, the other main shrine, arrow_forward

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