Bridging Japan and New York through Words and Culture
A Life-Changing Moment at Santa Fe Station: The Words of an Elderly Black Man This story takes place near Santa Fe Station in San Diego, California. It happened about 20 years ago, so some details may be a bit blurry—maybe even near the harbor. But what remains clear is a brief encounter with a kind…
What Is the Apple Credit Card? Features, Benefits, and How to Apply The Apple Credit Card is not the same as an Apple Gift Card. This titanium Mastercard is issued in the U.S. by Apple in partnership with Goldman Sachs. However, as of January 1, 2024, Apple may end its partnership with Goldman Sachs, with…
Best Piano Books in the U.S.: Piano Adventures & John Thompson Learning piano is a wonderful journey, but choosing the right teaching method can make all the difference. In the United States, two of the most popular and highly recommended piano method books are Piano Adventures and John Thompson’s Teaching Books. Both are beginner-friendly, widely…
How to Get Approved for Google AdSense: My Personal Experience If you’re wondering how to pass Google AdSense approval, let me share my personal journey. I currently run two websites: I’ve been using Bluehost (a WordPress-recommended hosting service) for over 10 years, and I highly recommend it if you’re looking for a reliable option. Interestingly,…
The Hungarian Pastry Shop in New York: A Timeless Café Since 1978 When it comes to cozy cafés in New York City, The Hungarian Pastry Shop stands out as one of the classics. Established in 1978, this Upper West Side café has long been a haven for writers, students, and anyone looking for a quiet…
Cannabis Legalization in New York: What You Need to Know In New York City, you might notice a new type of subway ad: “Cannabis is for adults 21 and over.”Yes—cannabis means marijuana. Until recently, I didn’t even know the English term and had to look it up in the dictionary. Judging from the design, I…
How to Make Homemade Natto with an Instant Pot Hello everyone, this is Maegami from the blog Megami no Maegami. Today’s post is part of my “Homemade Meals” series. Recently, natto has been getting renewed attention for its incredible health benefits. Known as one of the top 5 healthiest foods for your body, natto is…
Suzanne Vega’s “Tom’s Diner” and the Timeless Tom’s Restaurant in New York If you know Suzanne Vega, the legendary singer-songwriter from New York, you might belong to an older generation than mine. When I was a child, her hit “Tom’s Diner” was even used in TV commercials in Japan—so nostalgic! Suzanne Vega was born and…
4 Excellent Piano Schools in New York You Should Check Out If you want piano lessons in NYC, here are 4 top non-profit music schools. These schools hire professional working musicians as instructors, so you get high quality instruction. What to Look For When Choosing a Piano School in NYC How to Tell if a…
My Ketogenic Diet Experience: What I Learned from Trying Keto Author: Maegami, blog Goddess’ Bangs What Happened & Why I Tried Keto During the COVID period, I (Maegami) overeating, and my weight reached 60 kg. My husband reached 80 kg. Both of us got quite round, and it was physically uncomfortable. To lose weight quickly,…