Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi suspension bridge in Oita Prefecture is the highest pedestrian suspension bridge in Japan, and it’s located in the middle of some really beautiful scenery.

Mermaid Grotto in Onna Village is a popular diving spot known for beautiful sights. But, as beautiful and serene as the area may be, the water can quickly become dangerous.

The wait is finally over: 7-Eleven is coming to Okinawa!

When my husband and I decided to take a job opportunity that required us moving from the U.S. to Japan there was never any question that the whole family would be coming along for the adventure. This included our two cats; Snickers, a long-haired 9-year-old with an I-don’t-care attitude, and a spry, blue-eyed 2-year-old American shorthair we named Tashi.