Health & well-being, plants, food and travel

Trying Omakase for the First Time at Hihimanu Sushi

We tried out Omakase at Hihimanu Sushi located in Kaimuki, Hawaii. Omakase is a Japanese dining experience where the chef selects and serves a series of dishes based on their knowledge, creativity, and the freshest ingredients.

The course included Chawanmushi, toro, oysters, monkfish liver, abalone, caviar, snapper, uni, black tiger prawn, and various fresh seafood. I tried so many different types of raw seafood and things I had never heard of before (a win in my book).

Overall the experience...

Everything We Ate at Lawson in Osaka, Japan

Of course, no trip to Japan is complete without a stop at Lawson! In this video we tried the fried chicken, egg sandwich, pork katsu sandwich, and spicy chicken nuggets – all were a 10/10!

Bande Hotel OsakaBudget friendly and Charming

We stayed at the Bande Hotel in Osaka, Japan, conveniently located near Tamade Station. The lobby is stocked with complimentary essentials like house slippers, toothbrushes, and combs. Amenities include an indoor smoking area, coin-operated washing machines, and a vending machine offering...

Osaka to Nara: Our First 48 Hours in Japan

Everything we did on Day 1 and 2 in Osaka Japan during our wedding anniversary trip!

Hotel & accommodation

We stayed at the Bande Hotel in Osaka, Japan, conveniently located near Tamade Station. Tucked away in an alleyway, the hotel offers a charming, local vibe. Since our taxi couldn’t drive directly to the entrance, we walked in from the station, passing a variety of shops along the way, including restaurants, a thrift store, a bakery, and a grocery store.

The hotel offers breakfast...

7 Essential Updates to Make After Saying ‘I Do’

7 Essential Updates to Make After Saying ‘I Do’

Changing your last name after your wedding can be tedious, and I dreaded it just like most people. I even considered buying one of those name-change kits to make things easier. But, as frugal as I am, I decided to do my research and tackle it myself.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on the things you’ll need to update after getting married. Keep in mind that I live in Hawaii, so your experience might vary depending on where you live.

Step 1: Get...

Hawaii Island Golf | Makalei Golf Course

Located on the beautiful island of Hawaii, Makalei Golf Course promises a challenging course filled with green, tight fairways, and lots of sand traps or bunkers. I don’t know much about golf, so I decided to skip this one and vlog about our experience. If you’re interested in booking a tee time visit their website: makalei.com.

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Must-Have Travel Gear for Vloggers: My Camera Bag Essentials for Japan & Korea

Must-Have Travel Gear for Vloggers: My Camera Bag Essentials for Japan & Korea

Instead of taking our honeymoon immediately after the wedding, we decided to make it extra special by celebrating our one-year anniversary with a dream trip to Japan and Korea. As an aspiring travel vlogger, I’ve been planning this adventure for months—mapping out the food spots, iconic landmarks, fun activities, and even how to get around.

Now that everything’s planned, Ill be sharing the travel vlogging gear I’m bringing and why.

Nikon Z5

Let’s start with my main camera: the Nikon Z5. This is...

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