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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In search of the fish with a human face in Japan

Travel to a hidden spot that’s home to a carp with a human face.

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Ramen vending machine brings a new noodle stand experience to Tokyo station

A unique way to eat ramen in Japan.

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Steampunk vending machines appear in Japan, and here’s how to find them

Two unusual machines look like they’re powered by steam and wood.

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Studio Ghibli brings anime cake from Kiki’s Delivery Service to life… without the calories

A new way to enjoy the cake from the anime movie.

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Starbucks Japan releases a new convenience-store exclusive drink

Now there’s a new reason to visit this top Japanese convenience store chain.

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Tom Cruise brings Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning to Tokyo with special surprises

We reveal what really went on at the red carpet premiere.

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Starbucks Japan releases new Stanley bottles and exclusive drinkware at Reserve Roastery Tokyo

Add an air of sophistication to your coffee time with these gorgeous goods.

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New hug pillow range lets you sleep with Hello Kitty

Snuggle up to these Sanrio characters.

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What’s it really like to work at Starbucks in Japan?

Employee reveals the true highs and lows of the job.

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Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo releases Japanese parfait lattes and pina colada flights

Reward yourself with a series of exclusive limited-edition drinks.

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Ekiben vending machine adds new excitement to bullet train travel in Japan

A new way to enjoy ekiben on the Shinkansen.

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What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at Daiso Japan?

10 top ideas from locals who’ve been shopping at this 100-yen store all their lives.

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A close encounter with a dangerous criminal on a Shinkansen bullet train in Japan

Frightening experience shows that although Japan might be considered safe, you never know when you might have a brush with danger.

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Welcome to Japan’s smallest natural mountain, where you get a climbing certificate at the summit

A unique place to get a shrine stamp that tourists are yet to discover.

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Studio Ghibli serves up My Neighbour Totoro with a side of traditional Japanese wagashi sweets

Proof that Totoro loves sweets and matcha as much as we do.

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Go back in time at this off-the-beaten tourist site in Japan

Historic World Heritage Site is a living breathing town that looks like it did when samurai roamed the streets.

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Unusual vending machine in Akihabara sells drinks you won’t find anywhere else in Tokyo

Sometimes the most unique vending machines are hiding in plain sight.

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Studio Ghibli brings Princess Mononoke’s Wolf Fang Dagger to life as a ballpoint pen

Take a stab at writing with a little anime movie magic.

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Studio Ghibli releases new Kodama flower vase that glows in the dark, lights up your heart

Princess Mononoke anime characters highlight the beauty of nature…and the Japanese language.

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Studio Ghibli releases new anime cushions for Totoro and Kiki’s Delivery Service fans

Support your tush with supporting characters from two top anime movies.

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