Quiet mornings at Meiji Shrine
Arriving before 7am changes everything. No crowds, just the sound of gravel underfoot and birds in the trees.
May 22, 2026
Street food worth the queue
Tsukiji outer market at 9am. The tamagoyaki stand with the longest line is always the right choice.
May 20, 2026
Cafes with the best light
For laptop work or just reading: south-facing windows, wooden tables, and no background music too loud to think.
May 18, 2026
One bag, ten days
My 7kg packing system after 30+ trips. Merino wool base layers, one pair of versatile shoes, and a packable rain shell.
May 14, 2026
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Notes, photos, and random thoughts from trips around Asia. Mostly Tokyo, sometimes Seoul, occasionally somewhere new. No sponsorships, no affiliates - just personal notes I decided to put online.