Bridging Japan and New York through Words and Culture
Café Maman NYC: A Charming Coffee Spot in the Upper East Side This time on my New York café-hopping series, I’m excited to introduce Café Maman. I recently visited their Upper East Side location, and it turned out to be one of the most delightful café experiences in Manhattan. From beautiful latte art to their…
Cha Pa’s Pho Might Be the Best in Manhattan I’m a huge fan of pho, and I’ve written before about Saigon Shack in West Village. But recently, I discovered a Vietnamese restaurant that might be even better: Cha Pa’s. Surprisingly, many Vietnamese spots in Chinatown aren’t as good anymore. Instead, Midtown, the Upper West Side,…
The Life-Changing Power of Vipassana Meditation Benefits What Is Vipassana Meditation? Vipassana meditation ( Website ) is one of the oldest and most respected meditation techniques in the world. I personally experienced it through a 10-day Vipassana meditation course, and the impact on my daily life has been profound. This practice is so popular that…
Is Whole Foods Really Expensive? Maybe Not. Whole Foods often gets the reputation of being pricey, but that might not be the full story. Recently, I’ve been seeing an acupuncturist who also gives me valuable lifestyle and nutrition advice. She’s a highly sought-after practitioner who has even been featured in Forbes. According to her, vegetables…