UPDATED with new 2025 sizing! As a petite Asian American woman living in the United States I am always struggling to find clothing that fits straight off the rack. Granted there are a number of retailers in the US that do offer petite sizing, but even then the cut and styles never seem to be […]
The first time I heard of the Japanese ramen chain Ichiran was after the opening of their first US restaurant in Brooklyn, NY in 2016. At the time, New York Magazine published an article provocatively titled, “Is Ichiran New York’s Most Antisocial Restaurant?,” and I immediately wanted to know more. By this time I had […]
Is it cheaper to buy Bao Bao and Pleats Please by Issey Miyake in Japan? This ultimate how-to guide for fashion-loving tourists will reveal tips on how to buy Bao Bao bags, Pleats Please, and other Issey Miyake clothing for less while visiting Japan. Originally posted 2017. Last updated in Feb 2023 Why I love […]
A comprehensive guide for shoppers who want to understand how MUJI clothing sizing and price differ in Japan versus in the US. When I first started visiting Japan in 2013, I was really excited to shop at UNIQLO and MUJI – two very popular Japanese brands that I was familiar with because they had opened […]