Alexandra Hongo

Originally from Bulgaria, Alexandra (Ally) came to Japan with her family at the delicate age of 15 and has never left ever since. After attending (and surviving) a public Japanese high school, she went to an American college in Japan, and later a Japanese grad school, studying international affairs and journalism. She's made of coffee, wine, and books.

Articles By Alexandra

Who Is This Mysterious Bijinga Master?

11 Facts About The Ukiyo-e Master Kitagawa Utamaro

May 27, 2020 | Art & Culture

Leaving in Style

Proper Etiquette For Quitting Your Job In Japan

May 1, 2020 | Careers

These should be in every mom’s emergency kit

7 Japanese Baby Products To Stock Up On For Emergencies

October 29, 2019 | Families, Lifestyle, Mamas

Visiting The Affected Areas And Learning From Their Stories Now May Be The Best Way We Can Help

As Reconstruction Progresses, 3.11 Survivors Find Hope in Telling Their Stories, Embracing the Past

February 22, 2019 | Lifestyle, Past & Present

Let These Two Kyoto-Style Omakase Specials Speak the Culinary Lingo

A Taste Of Kyoto in Two Plates: Classic Kyoto Cuisine and Sweets in The Heart of Tokyo

January 30, 2019 | Food & Drink, Special Promotion

A Visual Tour Of Tottori, A Place That Keeps You Coming Back

20 Photos That Will Make You Fall In Love With Tottori (Like I Did)

December 6, 2018 | Adventures, Lifestyle, Special Promotion

This Gallery in Central Tokyo Has A History Of Making Art Accessible

The Ever-Changing Exhibition Scene Of Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store’s Art Gallery

November 14, 2018 | Art & Culture, Special Promotion

Temple University, Japan Campus' Continuing Education Programs Will Arm You With New Skills

From Interpreting To Interior Design, This No Strings Attached Program Is Worth The Try

November 12, 2018 | Education, Lifestyle, Sponsored Post

One Mother's Motivation To Establish Fair Education In Japan

I Didn’t Find My Children’s School, I Built It: Hazuki Tanaka Of Hayama International

October 9, 2018 | Careers, Education, Interviews, Special Promotion

We'll Catch You At The Patio, Ladies!

Crista: A Culinary American Dream With Japanese Hospitality

June 14, 2018 | Food & Drink, Restaurant Review

Exploring The Best Of Japan's Least Populated Prefecture

Women On The Road: Eating, Playing And Loving It All In Tottori

March 20, 2018 | Adventures, Community Support, Lifestyle, Sponsored Post