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Addicted to Japan (part 2): a capsule hotel, a low-cost airline, and an amended customs declaration form.

15th May 2024

Solo travelling gives you a lot of freedom to explore new places at your own pace. If everything goes well during your trip, you miss out sharing the fun with other people. Although you can always make new friends who can share their experiences, or perhaps a…
Addicted to Japan (part 1): a repeated ramen meal, a church-like bar, and a banana-based cocktail.

30th Apr 2024

Hong Kongers love Japan for food, sports, and culture. A trip to Tokyo started well, with cheaper yen and a highball in a church-like bar. Despite rain, ramen and exploring Asakusa and Ginza kept the spirits up. Useful tips include using coins, credit cards, and enjoying Monday…
Hong Kong and Lima: Contrasting Cultural Landscapes

13th Feb 2024

“What’s Peru like?”, “are you from Lima?”, “how was your life like back home compared to living in Hong Kong?”. These are some examples of questions people ask me, either when we first meet, or after developing a certain level of friendship. A Canadian friend with a…
It is (not) a Scam… Brief Story on How I Moved to Hong Kong

4th Dec 2023

The First Contact People sometimes remember what they were doing when life-changing events occur. The date I received the first contact from a recruiter offering me an opportunity to work in Hong Kong is definitely important to me, but I cannot recall what I was doing. I…

Addicted to Japan (part 2): a capsule hotel, a low-cost airline, and an amended customs declaration form.