Hilary Keyes

Originally from Niagara Falls, Canada, Hilary Keyes has lived in Tokyo for nearly two decades. A translator, writer (fiction and non-fiction), and artist, Hilary also dabbles in bonsai care and design. She's traveled the length and breadth of Japan, studying its culture and subcultures indepth wherever she goes.

Articles By Hilary

Ask Hilary: Questions From Readers Answered

Letters from Japan: “Dates For Social Media”

November 27, 2020 | Ask Hilary

Real Life Horror In Japan

Spooking Yourself While Social Distancing

October 28, 2020 | Art & Culture

Renting A Stigmatized Property

Would You Live In A Jiko Bukken?

October 14, 2020 | Lifestyle

So You've Got A Bad Day? Again?

3 Things To Do If You Feel Totally Stressed Out

September 23, 2020 | Health & Beauty, Lifestyle

Support Your Small Japanese Businesses

Shopping For Gifts During A Pandemic

September 17, 2020 | #StayAtHome, Community Support, Lifestyle

Ask Hilary: Questions From Readers Answered

Letters from Japan: “Unhealthy Relationship”

September 2, 2020 | Ask Hilary

Don’t Eat That!

Traditional Bad Food Combos In Japan

July 24, 2020 | Food & Drink, Japanese Culture

Ask Hilary: Questions From Readers Answered

Letters from Japan: “Can I Sue Her?” & “Lockdown Weight”

July 3, 2020 | Ask Hilary

Skip The Posh And Go For A Nosh!

Eating Like A Local: A B-Kyu Gurume

June 18, 2020 | Food & Drink

Ask Hilary: Questions From Readers Answered

Letters from Japan: “Why Is He Anti-Japan?”

June 5, 2020 | Ask Hilary

Modernizing A Classic

Kimono Fashion With A Twist

May 25, 2020 | Fashion