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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7-Eleven Japan now has Seven Cafe tea machines…but can they convert a coffee drinker?

Convenience store tea is having a moment this summer.

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Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer

Late-night high-speed service allows passengers to travel while they sleep, making better use of time and cutting hotel costs.

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Japan opens shrine for plush toys in Kyoto, offering memorial rites and a resting place for remains

A heartwarming way to say thank you to the plush toys you have loved, and who have loved you in return. 

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Cheap Japanese sandwich hack: Popular cafe’s 21-cent white bread offcuts will really up your game

A smart way to beat rising prices and eat on the cheap like a local in Japan.

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Starbucks Japan sells Valencia Flavoured Syrup, and here are four ways to use it this summer

These syrups aren’t only designed for coffee.

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“Phantom Egg Shop” opens in Japan, with a dozen rare Japanese varieties

In-house expert Mr. TKG gives us his top three egg recommendations.

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Japanese merry-go-round has heartwarming backstory, is one of the best rides in Japan

The amusement park may have been demolished, but this ride lives on.

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7-Eleven Japan vs Family Mart: Who has the biggest convenience store cookie?

A cookie clash amongst convenience store chains. 

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Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it

Famous “Cat’s Tongue” cookies get a whole new look with a limited-edition release at only one location. 

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Ginza Happo: One of Tokyo’s best all-you-can-eat seafood restaurants is an extreme buffet affair

This breathtaking spectacle includes, beef, desserts, hot dishes, drinks, and a special grill experience, but it requires some insider expertise to properly wade through.

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Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad

Shadow warrior test includes a written exam, with marks given for shuriken throwing and ninja attire.

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Studio Ghibli releases new anime character fans to keep fans looking and feeling cool this summer

Totoro and Jiji are ready to join you on all your summer adventures.

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All-you-can-eat cheese restaurant in Tokyo is a hidden gem not many people know about

Freshly made cheese buffet is a secret known only to those in the know.

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Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino, tea and soda drinks for summer

Serving up peaches three ways – melty, fizzy and chunky.

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Gama Land, the weird Japanese amusement park celebrating toads, is now like a ghost town

Unique attraction is a hidden retro gem in a suspended state, and it might soon disappear forever. 

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7-Eleven Japan debuts new black-and-white rice ball packaging…but is it because of a naphtha shortage?

Convenience store range strips everything back to basics, including the rice balls.

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Studio Ghibli adds new My Neighbour Totoro music box to its anime merchandise store in Japan

Like everything Ghibli touches, the beauty is in the details.

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Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon

There’s one unique feature that makes this Tokyo sweet so sought after. 

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Lawson Japan releases a crazy new product to remind us it’s not just famous for convenience store food

A surprising product just sneaked into Lawson’s upsize campaign.

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Family Mart’s new Gyoza Dog proves Japanese convenience store food hits different

Fans say the new creation looks surprisingly similar to the famous Gyoza Dog at DisneySea.

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