Ai Faithy Perez

Ai was born and raised in Japan but speaks Japanese as a second language. She loves photography, singing, cooking, and traveling.

Articles By Ai Faithy

Japanese summer festival food favorites

The Wonderful World of Japanese Street Food

September 7, 2024 | Food & Drink

The Roots — And Dark Side — Of The Local All-Things-Cute Culture

Sexism and Culture: Japan’s Obsession With Kawaii

August 24, 2024 | Art & Culture

No, You Don't Eat These Carps

Children’s Day in Japan: A Guide to Kodomo No Hi

May 1, 2024 | Art & Culture, Families, Japanese Culture

Praying For Girls' Health And Happiness

Hinamatsuri: Girls’ Day Celebration In Japan

March 1, 2024 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

Sakura Blooms

All You Need to Know About Japanese Cherry Blossoms

March 17, 2021 | Lifestyle

From ‘Cat Day’ To ‘Thank You Day’ And Everything In Between

A Guide to Japan’s Faux Holidays

March 8, 2021 | Lifestyle

How Japan sends off the year and welcomes the next

12 Essential Japanese New Year’s Family Traditions

December 22, 2020 | Families, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

The Oddest Cultural Experiences Japan Has To Offer

10 Of Japan’s Most Bizarre Festivals

November 4, 2020 | Art & Culture, Lifestyle

A Guide To The Best Of Japan's 2018 Mid-Summer Matsuri

10 Must-See Japanese Summer Festivals

June 18, 2018 | Art & Culture, Lifestyle

Envisioning a Japan where all youth have equal opportunities

Mirai no Mori: Empowering Marginalized Youth In The Outdoors

June 7, 2018 | Community Support, Lifestyle

Train, Cycle And Relax At This Fully Equipped Cycling Gym-Cafe

Cittec: Tokyo’s Coolest Cycling Gym With A Cafe And More

April 6, 2018 | Fitness, Food & Drink, Health & Beauty