Karina Ikedo
Karina Ikedo is passionate about culture, travel, and the simple joys in life, especially a good cup of coffee or matcha. She has visited 38 countries and brings a global perspective to her writing. With degrees in international business and cosmetology, her career spans from luxury hospitality at sea to creative brand storytelling. Outside of work, she enjoys skincare, taking photos, and discovering the traditions that make each place unique.
Articles by Karina Ikedo
Fruits in Japan: Why Do People Treasure Them?
Fruits in Japan are admired for their sheer beauty and for the value that they hold in Japan’s distinctive culture. These luscious fruits are a gem to the Japanese people, from cube watermelons, white strawberries, and plump jewel-like grapes.
Gunma Japan: Kanto’s Best Hidden Gem!
Gunma Prefecture is known for its hearty cuisine. Here is the best Kanto food to try as you explore the area for a taste of life in Gunma!
The Best Strawberry Daifuku Flavors from Japan!
Experience a fantastic fusion of Japanese and Western-style desserts with ichigo daifuku (strawberry daifuku). Ichigo daifuku is a seasonal delight usually consumed in the spring when strawberries are in season.
Ways to Have the Best Summer in Japan!
Summer in Japan usually feels hot and humid. But there are plenty of season-specific adventures to enjoy that don’t involve overheating in the sun! Japan is full of wonder and attractions, and visiting Japan in the summer is a colorful and beautiful adventure.
Japanese Pies: Everything You Need To Know About These Delicious Cookies!
Japanese pies, or Genji Pies, are long-selling pastry snacks launched in 1965. They are delicious Japanese cookies that are popular among people of all ages. In Japan, it is common to see pies with no filling.
Shizuoka: The Best Sakura Viewing Spots
If you want to make the most of spring, you’re in the right place! The sakura trees in Shizuoka prefecture are famous for blooming earlier than usual.
