Mimana Kiel, Author at Tokyo Weekender

Beauty Brands of Japan: Okinawa

Mimana Kiel — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:27:50 +0000

Okinawa’s beauty brands redefine skin care by sourcing local ingredients to create products that elevate skincare into a craft. Located in the South of Japan and nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea, Okinawa Prefecture is made up of 160 islands. Famously known within Japan as a tropical getaway, travelers can island […]

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Japanese Pet Supply Stores: An Animal Lover’s Paradise

Mimana Kiel — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:54:59 +0000

Your pet is more than just an animal; it’s your child, your companion, your entire world. Pet lovers would go to great lengths for their beloved companions, and they’re more than willing to pamper them with special products and services — a fact made abundantly clear by the booming pet care market. The lengths to […]

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4 Must-Visit Date Night Restaurants in Tokyo

Mimana Kiel — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 07:26:28 +0000

Most of the time, it’s the company you keep and not the location you seek. However, getting to know another person in a romantic setting never hurt anyone, right? Whether you’re taking yourself out, going out with friends or you’ve just matched on an app and are searching for your next date spot, these restaurants […]

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Beyond the Bowl: Japan’s Innovative Uses for Rice

Mimana Kiel — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 09:23:44 +0000

Imagine a steaming bowl of Japanese rice, each grain possessing a texture both pillowy and chewy, making it the perfect accompaniment to your dish. Rice is a comfort food I’m able to enjoy at any time of day; it never fails to satisfy. But what if I told you there are ways rice can benefit […]

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5 Convenience Store Gummies To Try on Your Next Japan Visit

Mimana Kiel — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 07:31:07 +0000

You’re out with friends, and you’ve just had dinner. It’s late, and as you make your way to the train station, a sudden craving for sugar hits. You run to the nearest convenience store only to be met with a wall of gummies in a dizzying array of flavors: banana milk, blueberry water, umeboshi Japanese […]

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Japanese Secrets to a Healthy Scalp

Mimana Kiel — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 03:43:25 +0000

On the 100-acre farm I grew up on in Australia, the main water source was a tank that collected rainwater. Beside our water tank stood a giant gum tree (eucalyptus tree). Despite the tank being sealed, gum tree leaves somehow always found their way inside. This meant that for a huge part of my youth, […]

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An Ehime Experience in Osaka

Mimana Kiel — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 09:16:48 +0000

Recently, I had the chance to spend a day working in Osaka. After finishing, I headed back to the station to catch the next Shinkansen to Tokyo. As I followed the Hanshin Expressway — a long, straight road that cuts through the heart of Osaka — I stumbled across the office of Ehime Prefecture. It’s […]

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Rainy Season Style: How To Stay Both Dry and Fashionable During Tsuyu

Mimana Kiel — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:54:53 +0000

Are you tired of darting between sheltered buildings every time it rains? Tsuyu — the rainy season — is here, and we’ve got some fantastic rain gear recommendations that will transform your rainy-day dread into excitement. From innovative umbrellas to quirky rain ponchos and comfy rain boots, we’ve curated a collection sure to keep you […]

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Japanese Drugstore Beauty Recommendations

Mimana Kiel — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:02:06 +0000

When I’m out with friends, we always end up in a drugstore by the end of the outing — usually at my request. With so many drugstores in Tokyo, the temptation to explore the beauty aisle is irresistible. Here are some of my favorite Japanese drugstore beauty finds I always recommend to my closest friends. […]

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5 Convenience Store Chocolates To Try on Your Next Japan Visit

Mimana Kiel — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:12:43 +0000

Whether you’re needing an afternoon sugar fix or indulging in a moment of self-care, there is always a time and place for chocolate. Japan excels in all things sweet and while traditional Japanese sweets like mochi and soft cream are universally loved, Japanese chocolate is also world-class. We all know Japanese convenience stores set the […]

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