Oona McGee

Half-Japanese Oona McGee hails from Sydney, Australia, where she worked as a journalist and copywriter before making the move to Japan over a decade ago. Now she spends her days exploring the streets of Tokyo with her laptop and camera, always in search of new cafes, restaurants, events and stories to share with our readers. As an experienced food and travel reporter, Oona has travelled extensively through all 47 prefectures of Japan, and is constantly researching new destinations and drawing up itineraries for her next adventure.

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Japanese vending machine sells a famous Kyoto bread loved by locals

A cult hit that’s yet to be discovered by international tourists.

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New Japanese bath oils make you feel like you’re soaking in soy sauce and rayu chilli oil

Blurring the line between bath time and meal time in a very cool way.

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The best cosplayers from Day 1 of Summer Comiket 2023【Photos】

Meet characters from some of the hottest anime, games, manga and virtual units in Japan right now.

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How to make Starbucks Japan’s new Watermelon Frappuccino taste even more watermelony

Secret barista hack transforms the flavour in this new limited-edition drink.

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McDonald’s Pokémon Happy Meal toys: Summer festival hit or miss?

We find out whether the Pokémon Natsumatsuri Happy Set can really make you happy.

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Studio Ghibli releases new plush toy backpacks for adults and children

Now you can take Totoro, Jiji, the Catbus, and Boh from Spirited Away on a new adventure!

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Neo Shinjuku Atsushi: New cyberpunk restaurant bar serves post-apocalyptic food in Tokyo

Like stepping into a futuristic world where everyone lives — and plays —  underground. 

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Stunning Japanese restaurant is like eating in a samurai residence

If you’re looking for a very Japanese experience, this is a place you’ll need to put on the itinerary.

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24 Sweets Shop: New unstaffed store specialising in trendy Japanese sweets opens in Tokyo

With hard-to-get ice creams and treats now available 24 hours a day, convenience stores better watch their backs.

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The phantom juice only available from vending machines at JR East train stations

Only on sale for a limited time, and in a very limited area.

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Burger King Japan’s new Crown The One Pounder is like a cheeseburger on steroids

When six slices of cheese just isn’t enough, it’s time to bring out the Crown.

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Is Starbucks Japan’s first-ever nationwide Watermelon Frappuccino the hit drink of summer?

Gaburi Suika includes the surprising addition of dragon fruit for a very limited-edition flavour combination.

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Spirited Away bathhouse spirits become self-righting dolls in new Studio Ghibli collection

These characters are here to remind you to never, ever give up.

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Japanese convenience store creates a frappe from a popular candy

Family Mart frappes are becoming more iconic by the day.

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Fossil of an extinct crab discovered in a pillar at Tokyo Station

A fascinating link to the city’s ancient past…if you know where to find it.

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Japan’s new Spacia X train is like travelling in a luxury aircraft

And no, this doesn’t have anything to do with Elon Musk.

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We try the viral screaming rubber chicken car park hack in Japan

Who needs fancy parking sensors when you’ve got chickens to help you out?

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Bathe in the waters of a rare Japanese onsen temple steeped in over 1,000 years of history

Escape the crowds of tourists at Nikko with a visit to this hidden gem.

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Studio Ghibli perfumes capture the magic of three anime films

Add a splash of Ghibli to your every day.

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Japanese convenience store fools us with its 40-percent-more sandwich, but in a good way

Family Mart is upsizing over a dozen products for a limited time, but they’re being more generous than they let on. 

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