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Join date: Jun 4, 2024

About

Hello! I'm Marco, an avid traveler and storyteller with a deep love for Japan. I've lived in Italy and New Zealand, and now call Japan my home. I speak English and Italian fluently and am currently studying Japanese language and culture at a university in New Zealand. I also hold a JLPTN4 qualification.

My blog, 'Tanuki Stories,' shares captivating tales from Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, and beyond, uncovering the rich, lesser-known aspects of Japanese culture. As a tourist guide, I help others discover Japan's wonders, from ancient temples to local cuisine.

Join me on this exciting journey as we explore the heart and soul of Japan together. Welcome to Tanuki Stories!

Posts (162)

Dec 5, 2025 ∙ 4 min
Stoicism and Zen: Two Distant Paths Toward the Same Inner Freedom
Living in Japan changes you. Not all at once, but slowly—like one of Kyoto’s temple gardens that I walk through every week while guiding my tours. The transformation is subtle, accumulating in small details: a different way of breathing, observing, responding to everyday chaos.After three years in the Kansai region, I realized something I never expected: Stoicism and Zen, despite being born worlds apart, aim for the same inner freedom—even if they take opposite routes to get there. It’s a...
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Jul 3, 2025 ∙ 4 min
Hozenji Temple: Osaka’s Hidden Sanctuary of Fire and Prayer
In the heart of Osaka’s lively Namba district, just steps away from the dazzling chaos of Dotonbori, lies a place so quiet and sacred...
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Jun 20, 2025 ∙ 3 min
Expo 2025 Osaka: A Journey from the Eiffel Tower to Japan’s Grand Vision
The idea behind the modern World Expo dates back to France in the late 18th century, when exhibitions showcased the local industry's...
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