Oona McGee

Half-Japanese Oona McGee hails from Sydney, Australia, where she worked as a journalist and copywriter before making the move to Japan over a decade ago. Now she spends her days exploring the streets of Tokyo with her laptop and camera, always in search of new cafes, restaurants, events and stories to share with our readers. As an experienced food and travel reporter, Oona has travelled extensively through all 47 prefectures of Japan, and is constantly researching new destinations and drawing up itineraries for her next adventure.

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Why is this cafe in Asakusa so popular with foreign tourists?

Japanese kissaten becomes a hit with international visitors.

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Mister Donut reveals its BGM playlist, with some surprising artists and tracks

With airtimes included, you can now time your visit to match your mood.

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Studio Ghibli bean bag plushies are ready to receive your love and affection

Characters from Spirited Away, Kiki’s Delivery Service and My Neighbour Totoro appear in this cuddly anime collection.

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This secret spring flower-viewing spot in Japan is yet to be discovered by international tourists

Escape the crowds at this spectacular hidden “togenkyo”.

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Does Starbucks Japan’s new Frappuccino really help you forget about everyday life?

We test the powers of the forget-the-world Frappuccino.

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Sleep on Totoro’s belly with Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro Nap Cushion

Making anime dreams come true.

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Five Daiso souvenirs you should buy in Japan right now

Grab these must-buy Japanese items before they go viral on social media.

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Starbucks customers in Japan create a weird food hack that’s gone viral online

 

New food trend might seem crazy, but it actually works.

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Studio Ghibli noren transforms your house into the anime home from My Neighbour Totoro

A traditional Japanese curtain…with a Ghibli twist.

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Starbucks Japan releases new range of pink drinkware and gift cards for Mother’s Day

An alternative sakura drinkware collection.

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Visiting the top sakura site in Kanto…without any planning

What could go wrong?

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New Japanese KitKat flavours include sakura and pineapple candy

Region-exclusive chocolates are the newest must-buy Osaka souvenirs.

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Sakura Ride Plan: A new way to see the best cherry blossom sites in Tokyo

Hanami flower-viewing doesn’t get much better than this.

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Starbucks releases a new Frappuccino in Japan to help us “forget about everyday life”

A new drink and sweets to ease our sorrows.

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Studio Ghibli releases new My Neighbour Totoro corn gift for Mother’s Day

A heartwarming moment from the anime movie delivers joy in the real world.

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Starbucks Japan unveils exclusive new drinkware goods for summer

Mugs, cups and tumblers make a splash for a limited time.

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Starbucks vs 7-Eleven: Which chain serves up the best acai drink in Japan?

On-trend flavour put to the test in this Smoothie-Frappuccino showdown.

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Japanese railway line closes, company keeps trains running for residents

Castle and onsen towns affected as the Apple Orchard Railroad nears the end of the line.

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The top 9 sakura cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan that you should know about

The best seasonal events and hidden sites for an unforgettable hanami experience.

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Japanese ambassador goes viral for being the “Paddington Bear of Ambassadors”

Kyoto-born ambassador gives new meaning to soft diplomacy.

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