All About Japan

Maya Malloy

Maya Malloy

All About Maya Malloy
I’m a daydreaming artist, sipping tea and yearning to discover the "mysteries of life." Jokes aside, I’m always up for new adventures with my trusty camera and notebook to document my way!
What I like about Japan
Japan is filled with (quirky) innovations, constantly redesigning and rebuilding while maintaining a traditional and cultural sense of itself. I love the balance of its culture and its hybrid blend of new and old.
Outer Tokyo's 5 Best Fall Foliage Spots

Outer Tokyo's 5 Best Fall Foliage Spots

Outer Tokyo awaits those who want a quick getaway from the city or (sometimes) an evening trip to soak in a few lesser-known spots.

8 Key Sakura Types in Japan

8 Key Sakura Types in Japan

Before you step outside for 'hanami' this year, be sure to check this guide to a few of the most beloved types of cherry blossom in Japan!

Investigation: Visitors VS Japanese Toilets

Investigation: Visitors VS Japanese Toilets

Toto, the main toilet manufacturer in Japan, conducted some very personal research among foreigners here. The results may surprise you.

'Shufu' Culture and the Bento

'Shufu' Culture and the Bento

While the "lady of the house” may be an outdated concept in the West, in Japan, the woman working at home is a well-respected and meaningful topic when it comes to examining the hidden depths of Japanese culture.

The Secret to a Hot Bento

The Secret to a Hot Bento

Imagine opening the lid of your bento box and getting your chopsticks out to eat what should be steaming hot rice—but it’s cold and somehow tasteless. Want to avoid this disappointment?

How a Bento Manga Changed the Rules for Women

How a Bento Manga Changed the Rules for Women

When “Nonchan Noriben” was published in 1995, the idea of a divorcée trying to pick up her life as a single mother was still taboo in Japan.

Catch His Eye with a Couples' Bento

Catch His Eye with a Couples' Bento

Before dating, teenage girls may attract their love interest’s attention with a homemade lunch.

All About Bento in Japanese Culture

All About Bento in Japanese Culture

From moms and their children to university students looking for a cheap meal, bento is a familiar presence at every stage of life in Japan.

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