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Can you guess where this photo was taken? Hint: It’s the ruins of a church after a tragic earthquake that killed over 40 people on December 8, 1812.⠀
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Answer: It was taken at the Mission San Juan Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano City,

Look, a bamboo forest in Los Angeles! This bamboo forest is located inside @thehungtingtonlibrary and there are a total of 16 massive gardens here. ⁠⠀
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The Japanese Garden is the most popular garden on the premises and has been a favorite of The Hu

Have you ever thought about exploring a peaceful afternoon at a gorgeous garden in Los Angeles? ⁠⠀
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@thehuntingtonlibrary is a massive property that encompasses one of the world’s great independent research libraries, art collections, and 120

Many establishments are finally starting to re-open in Cali, YAY (with proper social distancing of course)!! If you are itching to get away, Solvang is a popular destination and is known for their award-winning wines. We initially had no plans to do

Looking for a pet-friendly Danish town for a weekend get-away? Visit Solvang!⁠⠀
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Solvang is located in California’s Santa Ynez Valley just west of Santa Barbara and it is a charming little village. Visit and spend the weekend indulging in Dan

If you are a vegetarian, vegan, or just someone who wants to indulge in a meal packed with nutrients, then Kinpira Gobo is a great choice. Gobo is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals and has been used for centuries in holistic medicine.

If you are visiting Downtown Los Angeles for the first time, you’ll definitely want to stop by one of the largest official Japantowns in the nation called Little Tokyo. You can indulge in a freshly baked Melon Pan, tour the largest Japanese Ame

I (Crystal) love mayonnaise but I love Japanese mayonnaise even more. It’s a very different taste from American mayo and is commonly known as Kewpie in Japan. This Japanese Macaroni Salad recipe uses a good amount of Kewpie mayo and it’s

If you are in the mood to try out some Japanese cooking, go for Chicken Katsu! It looks complicated, but it's actually a very simple dish to prepare. It's also a great meal for large families. We grew up in a household of six and had this for dinner

Skincare has always been a priority for me and this was ingrained in me when I was in high school. I grew up in Japan and it is a country that has been a leader in skincare and anti-aging products for decades. I remember when I first moved to the U.S

Travel Pockets

From Hidden Gems to Fashion Trends! A lifestyle blog about two sisters who love to travel and mix in fashion, beauty, pet-friendly destinations and more.

We're sisters who are half Japanese and half American and we love to travel the world in style! Follow our adventures as we discover hidden gems, amazing landscapes, or cute things to do in Japan. Subscribe to our Youtube channel and see how silly we can be😆