Bridging Japan and New York through Words and Culture
Café Coppola: A Hidden Gem in New York’s West Village Hello, this is Maegami from the blog Megami no Maegami! It’s been a while since my last café-hopping article in New York, and today I’m excited to introduce a charming little spot in West Village — Café Coppola. The History and Charm of Café Coppola…
How Books Transformed My Life in New York City When I first moved from Japan to New York City, I gradually realized an important truth — talent alone doesn’t guarantee success here. One of the most powerful tools you need to survive (and thrive) in this city is effective communication and leadership. Growing up in…
Why Japan’s Old English Methods Failed — And What Really Works Now One of the reasons I started writing my blog in English is to help Japanese people improve their English reading skills. When I browse through Japanese blogging communities — especially on Blog Mura — I notice that most posts are written entirely in…
A Historic Moment for New York City Zohran Mamdani has made history as the first Asian Muslim mayor of New York City, elected on November 4, 2025. His victory represents a milestone for diversity and progressive leadership in one of the world’s most influential cities. Born in Uganda, Africa, Mamdani moved to the United States…
How I Keep My Hair Hydrated and Healthy in Dry NYC Using Japanese Hair Products Managing My Hair in Dry NYC Living in New York City means battling harsh, dry weather almost year-round, and the water can really take a toll on your hair. My hair used to feel brittle, frizzy, and dehydrated no matter…
Good News: Musicians Are Still Getting Approved for the O-1 Artist Visa in 2025 Many artists have been worried that the O-1 Artist Visa has become harder to obtain under the current U.S. administration. However, there’s encouraging news—musicians are still getting approved. Recently, two of my friends received their approval letters from USCIS in September…
My Friend Got an Affordable Housing in Manhattan! Some great news came to me last week! My friend, who currently lives in the Bronx, messaged me one afternoon saying, “I got an affordable housing apartment in Manhattan!” Renting an apartment in NYC is getting harder and harder these days, so her news sounded like a…
What is KISD? The New Keyword in Education Every year, new buzzwords appear in the world of education. One of the trending terms right now is “kisd.” But what exactly does it mean, and why is it gaining attention? The Meaning of KISD KISD stands for Knowledge, Innovation, Skills, and Development — four essential pillars…
Artist Visa in the U.S.: Why It’s Becoming Harder to Get Approved Hi there! If you’ve been following my journey, you know I’ve shared tips on how to prepare for applying for an U.S. Artist Visa. But today, the situation has become even more challenging. This year, three of my artist friends decided to give…
Did I Get Breast Cancer? – My Updates and What I Learned Hi, this is Maegami! It’s been a while since my last blog post. Recently, I’ve been focusing more on uploading short clips of New York City on my YouTube channel. If you enjoy exploring NYC through videos, please subscribe! – Go there! Breast…