Elizabeth Sok

Elizabeth is a writer and translator from Canada with a PhD in history. When she’s not running after her little ones, you’ll find her in her garden in Kyushu with a cup of yame-cha and a book.

Articles By Elizabeth

Bring Light and Fragrance

Frosty Petals: Introducing Five Japanese Winter Flowers

January 4, 2023 | In Season

‘Tis The Season For Strawberries And Cream

Christmas Cakes in Japan: An Affectionate History

December 21, 2022 | Food & Drink, In Season

International Names For International Families

How To Find A Foreign Baby Name That Also Works in Japanese

December 14, 2022 | Families

Beautiful Books Perfect For Gifting

Get to Know 5 Great Japanese Children’s Book Authors

November 23, 2022 | Families, History

Rosy Autumn Delights Deserving Of A Special Visit

5 Rose Gardens In and Around Tokyo

November 9, 2022 | Adventures, In Season

What Recent Research Can Tell Us About Raising A Multilingual Child

Bringing Up Bilingual Babies

November 2, 2022 | Families

Learn About The Bounty Of Japan’s Fall Harvest

5 Seasonal Vegetables to Buy in Japan This Autumn

October 19, 2022 | Food & Drink, In Season

Brighten Your Table And Autumn Garden

Fiery Bouquets: Exploring Japan’s Fall Flowers

September 21, 2022 | Art & Culture, In Season

For Your Body, Mind And Taste Buds That Need Pampering

10 Affordable Japanese Goods to Elevate Your Self-Care Sunday

September 9, 2022 | Lifestyle

Help The Planet And Your Pocketbook With These Local Favorites

5 Seasonal Vegetables to Buy in Japan This Summer

August 5, 2022 | Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, In Season, Shopping

Get Healthy And Hydrated In Japan

Refreshing Leaves: 5 Summertime Teas to Help Beat the Heat

July 22, 2022 | Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, In Season