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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The man is being charged with property damage after the contents leaked into one girl’s bag.
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After making international headlines for its strict entry policy, The Amrita has made a number of surprising changes to their nude dining experience.
Women in Japan and across the world commemorated the 70th birthday of the bikini on July 5 by showing off their beach bodies on the internet.
The huge streamer decorations that draw crowds from all around Japan will now feature adorable cat characters created by an anime artist.
Watch this resolute stand-off dissolve into joyous jumping thanks to a simple trick by the pup’s owner.
The pup’s sad face makes us wonder what on earth he did to earn himself a ride in a cop car.
The rotund character from Studio Ghibli inspires us all with his adorable “Totorobics” workout.
The initiative aims to increase awareness and reduce prejudice against cats infected with the virus.
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These have to be the rarest, most exclusive items we’ve seen yet from the anime powerhouse.
Have your pet feeling rejuvenated both physically and spiritually after a getaway in Japan.
The venture is being promoted by a local branch of Loft chainstores to help revitalise the Tohoku area.
Could the long, twitching piece of fur belong to the body of a snake or some other cheeky animal?
Stored at temperatures below freezing, the drink magically turns to ice inside the bottle after opening.
In true Japanese fashion, the three officers went above and beyond to ensure this family of ducks made it safely across the street.
The stunning model has been made according to a Japanese metal craft tradition with roots in the Edo period.
With a four-page spread featuring the ghost from the Ju-on horror movie franchise, it’s safe to say the magazine is now officially haunted.
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Face lettuce appears in Japan, with the face of Death Note’s Light Yagami, but why?
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