aliasis

I'm an aspiring writer with a strong interest in history, fantasy and science fiction. I love traveling, and lived in Japan for about three years. My hobbies include reading, martial arts, video games, drawing and playing the piano. I consider myself a geek, but I think that comes naturally from an introvert who lives in her imagination! I'm here to push myself to write more and improve my writing ability, as well as explore my other hobbies through writing.

A lot of the things that I write about have to do with my experience in Japan and my observations of the culture, language and history. Another hot topic for me is all things geeky. Video games have been a lifelong passion for me, and I'm especially partial to RPGs and action-adventure type games. This kind of melts into my love of books, where I read about anything but my genre of choice is always fantasy and science fiction. The last big category of my writing is social issues, especially gender and LGBT issues.

In the Spotlight

Tokyo's Themed Cafes for Geeks

Are you planning a trip to Tokyo and are a proud geek? Check out these cafes, featuring things like Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, and of course, butlers and maids!

In the Spotlight

Corn, Brewers Rice, By-Products and Gluten: What Exactly Is In Your Cat Food?

Big name cat food brands advertise their love of kitties. But a look into the ingredients in both dry and wet foods takes that alleged love into serious question!

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  The Pokemon Series

  Dogs of the "Pokémon" Series

  10 months ago

  For all the dog-loving "Pokémon" fans out there, here is a complete list of the series' canines!

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  The Pokemon Series

  The Cats of the "Pokémon" Series

  10 months ago

  With over 1,000 monsters to battle, capture, and train, there's something for everyone. Cat lovers have plenty of Pokémon to choose from, from Meowth to Mew and beyond.

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  wanderwisdom.com

  14 Things Tourists Should Know Before Visiting Japan

  8 months ago

  Japan is an amazing country to visit, but there are things tourists should know before hopping on that plane. From simple pointers to more serious advice, here's a list for both visitors and potential expats!

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  owlcation.com

  LGBT Themes in Ancient Mythology

  13 months ago

  Religion wasn't always lacking LGBTQ+ figures and themes! Records of ancient mythology indicate many gods and legendary heroes of every color in the rainbow.

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  United States

  Things Foreigners Notice About America

  11 years ago

  When foreigners come to the United States, they are a number of things they often find shocking, amazing, or just plain weird.

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  Wicca

  Paganism Today: An Introduction to Wicca

  3 years ago

  Witches are more than just broomsticks and cauldrons. Wicca, a new-age Pagan religion, is gaining more and more popularity, but how many people really know what it is?

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  Japan

  The Best Things About Living in Tokyo, Japan

  4 years ago

  Tokyo is one of the most famous cities in the world, in addition to being one of the largest and most populated. What are the best things about living there?

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  hobbylark.com

  Top 13 Cosplay Pet Peeves

  23 months ago

  A guide to the 13 most popular pet peeves in cosplay.

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  Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender

  Being Gay in Japan: The Ups and Downs

  11 years ago

  While Japan has a long history with same-sex relationships and the country lacks religious-based bigotry, being gay in Japan isn't easy. What's the LGBT situation in Japan?

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  owlcation.com

  The Cultural Differences Between Japan and America

  11 months ago

  This article examines 15 cultural differences between Japan and the United States. As we will see in this guide, recognizing these differences is essential, as it helps minimize the risk of misunderstandings.

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  Asia Political & Social Issues

  Eight Misconceptions That Japanese People Have About Westerners

  2 years ago

  What do Japanese people think about Westerners and Western life?