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How to Edit Using Fujifilm Lightroom Presets

Blog, Photography · October 4, 2025

How to Edit Like a Pro Using Fujifilm Lightroom Presets

Editing is one of the most rewarding parts of photography, but it can also feel overwhelming when you’re just starting out. With endless sliders, tones, and adjustments in Lightroom, knowing where to begin isn’t always easy. That’s where Fujifilm Lightroom Presets come in. Inspired by Fujifilm’s ...

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Ultimate Female Travel Essentials Guide for Carry-On Packing on International Trips

Blog, Travel Tips & Guides · September 27, 2025

The Ultimate Female Travel Essentials List for International Travel

As a Type A planner, I always have a go-to list for everything, especially when it comes to packing my carry-on. Whether I’m flying domestically or internationally, I keep all my key travel essentials in one well-packed bag, and after years of practice, I like to think I’ve got it down to a fine ...

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best books to read in your 20s

Blog, Books, Lifestyle · September 26, 2025

30 Best Books to Read in Your 20s for Females

Turning 26 this year made me realise that my twenties are already halfway through—a thought that’s both exciting and terrifying. Like many, I often feel unsure and far from having life figured out. Since my teenage years, I’ve grappled with the tension between what I truly want and what others ...

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Essential Travel Apps for Japan

Blog, Japan, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · September 26, 2025

15 Essential Travel Apps for Japan That Will Make Your Trip Stress-Free

Travelling to Japan is an incredible experience, but let’s be honest—it can also be a bit overwhelming. From figuring out the trains to finding authentic local food and navigating rural towns, there’s a lot to keep track of. That’s where the right travel apps for Japan come in. They can save you ...

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Best Things to Buy in Japan

Blog, Japan, Travel, Travel Tips & Guides · September 18, 2025

20 Best Things to Buy in Japan That’s Worth Your Money

Japan is one of those destinations that leaves an impression long after you’ve returned home. From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the quiet charm of Kyoto’s temples, every corner of the country has something unforgettable to offer. Of course, while the memories are priceless, it’s natural to want ...

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What happens when you skip Tokyo 🇯🇵✨️ S What happens when you skip Tokyo 🇯🇵✨️

Skipped Tokyo this time and wandered somewhere quieter — a place filled with old streets, rivers, and peaceful shrines. It turned out to be one of my favourite day trips from my summer in Japan. ✨

If you’ve been dreaming of exploring beyond the usual cities, I’ve put together my 3-week Japan itinerary — a guide to hidden gems, lesser-known towns, and scenic day trips that capture Japan’s slower side.

💌 Comment “itinerary” below and I’ll send you the full guide with Google Map links, local tips, and booking links for activities.

#japan #travelvlog #travelwithme #dayinmylife #vlog #kyushu #japantravel
✨ Should you skip these places in Japan? 🌿🎏🇯🇵 

When I look back on my four trips to Japan, the moments that stand out most aren’t from the cities but from the times I explored lesser-known areas. 

The quiet trails, the slower pace, the natural landscapes—it’s such a contrast to the neon lights, skyscrapers, and crowded streets that many first-time travellers picture when they think of Japan. While Tokyo and Osaka are all incredible in their own right, stepping beyond them opened up an entirely different side of the country that I’ll always treasure.

This past summer, I had the chance to visit some of those places, and it reminded me just how much beauty there is waiting beyond the well-worn paths.

📌 Comment ‘itinerary’ and I’ll send you my three-week Japan travel itinerary. 

💭 Have you visited any of these places in Japan? 

📍places in Japan featured in the carousel:

✨  Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage village with traditional thatched farmhouses

🚶🏻‍♀️ Kurama-dera, a scenic day trip in Kyoto known for its forested hiking trails 

🌿 Kurashiki, a picturesque merchant district lined with willow trees. 

🎏 Tranquil garden spot in Fukuoka 

📷 Photos edited using my Fujifilm Lightroom presets (linked in my bio) 

#japan #asia #travelphotography #bucketlist
✨ Part 3 of habits I’ve started this year that ✨ Part 3 of habits I’ve started this year that have improved my life in my twenties. ✨

📌 extra tips and info

💸  A helpful way to track my expenses each month and my favourite resources. I’ve been using a template on a Google sheet and @notion.

📱Underrated way to start your day off right.

👩🏻‍💻 A few of my favourite subscriptions that I think are worth my money.

🛌 How I’m setting up for the next day.

🛬 Things I’m willing to spend my money most of the time.

🙇🏻‍♀️ A few of my favourite offline hobbies I’ve been doing this year.

💌 If you found this helpful, comment ‘habits’ and I’ll send you my full list of habits that have helped me in my twenties.

💭 What are some habits that have helped you recently? 

#habits #twenties
Since it’s World Teacher’s Day, I thought it’d be the perfect time to share a little throwback to my year teaching in South Korea. 🇰🇷

It was actually one of my first jobs after leaving university, which was both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially with the move abroad. Teaching English at an elementary school turned out to be one of the most rewarding and challenging experiences I’ve ever had.

If you’ve ever thought about teaching TEFL in Korea at a public school, here are a few things to know:

👩🏻‍🏫 You must be a citizen of a native English-speaking country

🙇🏻‍♀️ A Bachelor’s degree (in any field) is required

📌 A TEFL certificate is needed unless your degree is in education

🇰🇷 Knowing Korean isn’t mandatory, but learning the basics helps a lot

🏠 Housing is provided by the Office of Education (you’ll cover utilities & maintenance)

🛬 You get 26 paid vacation days + national holidays

💭 Would you ever consider teaching abroad?

🔗 I’ve put together a free guide for anyone interested in finding a TEFL job in Korea. Comment ‘GUIDE’ and I’ll send it to you. 

#southkorea #livingabroad #korea
🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 2 of media to read in your 🙇🏻‍♀️ Part 2 of media to read in your twenties ✨

Since you enjoyed the first part, I thought I’d share another collection of long-form media recommendations to help you navigate your twenties. 

💌 Enjoyed this post? I share weekly media recommendations (books, films, articles, podcasts & more) in my newsletter—link in bio if you’d like to join.

💡 Want even more? Check out my full “media to consume instead of doom-scrolling” series on my profile.

💭 Want the links for these articles? Sign up to my newsletter for the full list of articles + essays featured here.

#twenties #articles #whattoread
✨️ Don't skip these places in Japan 👇🏼 ✨️ Don't skip these places in Japan 👇🏼

Want to see a different side of Japan than just Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka? Step off the golden route and uncover hidden gems, coastal escapes, and fairytale villages.

On my fourth trip to Japan this summer, I explored some of the country’s most magical spots across Kyushu and Kansai 🌿 Here are a few highlights:

🌊 Glide through a volcanic gorge where waterfalls shimmer into rainbow mist

🏘 Visit a quiet fishing village where houses line the water’s edge

🌲 See a pine-covered sandbar that stretches across a sparkling bay

🏡 Wander through a storybook village straight out of the past

🌷 Step into a whimsical world that feels like the Netherlands in Japan

🚨 Planning your own adventure? 🚨 

My 3-week Japan itinerary has 100+ map links, a full day-by-day plan, booking tips, and exclusive insights to save you hours of research. 📍✨ 

🔗 Download my itinerary using the link in my bio.

#japan #bucketlist #asia #traveltips
✨️ Don't skip these places in Japan 👇🏼 ✨️ Don't skip these places in Japan 👇🏼

Want to see a different side of Japan than just Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka? Step off the golden route and uncover hidden gems, coastal escapes, and fairytale villages.

On my fourth trip to Japan this summer, I explored some of the country’s most magical spots across Kyushu and Kansai 🌿 Here are a few highlights:

🌊 Glide through a volcanic gorge where waterfalls shimmer into rainbow mist

🏘 Visit a quiet fishing village where houses line the water’s edge

🌲 See a pine-covered sandbar that stretches across a sparkling bay

🏡 Wander through a storybook village straight out of the past

🌷 Step into a whimsical world that feels like the Netherlands in Japan

🚨 Planning your own adventure? 🚨 

My 3-week Japan itinerary has 100+ map links, a full day-by-day plan, booking tips, and exclusive insights to save you hours of research. 📍✨ 

🔗 Want my 3 week Japan itinerary? Comment 'itinerary' and I'll send it to you. 

#japan #bucketlist #asia #traveltips
Everything I’ve loved so far this month 💌

I’ve linked any products in the carousel or down below! 💭 I’d love to know—what have been some of your September favourites?

💌 If you enjoyed this post, I also send out a weekly newsletter where I dive deeper into the tips, tools, and recs I’ve been using (you can sign up via the link in my bio).

📌 products featured in the carousel

🙇🏻‍♀️ I’ve got a monthly series sharing media recommendations like in the carousel on my substack (link in bio).

✨ Favourite perfume from this month, I got from Japan. 

📚 @libby.app has been my go-to app for reading free magazines, books and audiobooks. 

📖 Tried reading something different this month. All the reading stats are from @fable

📷 Photos taken on my @sony camera and edited using my Fujifilm photo presets. 

#monthlyfavourites #lifestyle
Looking for the best unique souvenir in Japan? 🇯🇵💮

Here’s a little hack on how to find stamps in Japan👇🏼

Stamp collecting is such a fun (and free!) way to document your trip. You’ll find stamps at train stations, tourist spots, museums, temples, airports, and even some stores.

Want an easy way to track them? Download the Stamp Quest app—it’ll guide you straight to the nearest stamp spots. 🗾✨

📌 If this helped, comment 'itinerary' and i'll send you my 3-week Japan travel itinerary for more tips! 

✨ Where to get a stamp book? 
Bring your own notebook, or pick one up in Japan from stores like Itoya, Loft, or Tokyu Hands.

📌Tips for Collecting Stamps in Japan

① Always carry your notebook so you don’t miss one.

② Keep an eye out for limited edition stamps tied to seasonal events or anniversaries.

③ Most station stamps are near ticket gates—if you can’t find one, ask staff: eki stamp wa doko desu ka? or stampu arimasu ka?

④ Download the Stamp Quest app to help find locations (note: it doesn’t cover every stamp in Japan).

⑤ Treat it like a travel journal—it becomes a personalised keepsake of your journey.

Unique souvenirs in japan, things to do in Japan 
#japan #traveltips #asia #souvenirs

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