Photography and writing
Photography and published work.
Photography of architecture, street life and everyday details, alongside published travel and culture writing.
Photography and published work.
Selected photography
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Selected published writing
- 01Japonica PublicationFukuoka Adventures: Sights and Experiences from Japan’s Finest Underdog City
An image-led guide to Fukuoka, including Dazaifu and local city highlights.
Travel · Fukuoka - 02GaijinPot5 Fun Attractions and Events in Fukuoka
Five attraction and event ideas for a visit to Fukuoka.
Travel · Fukuoka - 03Japan TravelTry Your Luck with Takasaki Daruma
A guide to Takasaki daruma and the custom of setting their eyes.
Government tourism · Culture - 04Japan TravelUnique Mochi Dishes from Around Japan
A regional guide to distinctive mochi dishes found across Japan.
Government tourism · Food culture - 05Tokyo Weekender5 Intensely Spicy Restaurants in Tokyo to Get the Hots For
A practical selection of Tokyo restaurants known for intense heat.
Editorial · Food and culture - 06Tokyo Weekender7 Must-Try Jiyugaoka Coffee Shops
A guide to seven independent coffee stops around Jiyugaoka.
Editorial · Food and culture - 07Tokyo WeekenderMore Than Music’s Justin Sachs Hopes To Change the Tokyo Live Scene
An interview on community-building in Tokyo’s live-music scene.
Interview · Music and culture - 08Tokyo Weekender3 Haunted Spots in Tokyo For The Bravest Ghosthunters This Halloween
A guide to three Tokyo locations associated with local ghost stories.
Editorial · Tokyo culture - 09GaijinPotBest Train Lines for Living in Tokyo: The Chuo-Sobu Line
A neighbourhood and commute guide to living along the Chuo-Sobu Line.
Living in Japan · Transport - 10GaijinPot5 Japanese Textbooks for Absolute Beginners
Five beginner textbook options for starting Japanese from zero.
Living in Japan · Language - 11GaijinPotFilled In: How to Start Kintsugi in Japan or Online
A practical introduction to beginning kintsugi in Japan or online.
Living in Japan · Craft - 12Japan ObjectsWhat are Warosoku? 6 Things to Know about Japanese Candles
An overview of Japanese candle materials, makers and traditions.
Editorial · Japanese craft











