Denisse Rauda

2 weeks ago | guam.stripes.com | Denisse Rauda

Vendors on boats at Khlong Lat Mayom in the southwestern part of the Bangkok. () Welcome to virtual vacation video series where we can explore destinations from the comfort of our homes. Join me as I take you on a short virtual journey to Bangkok, Thailand.

4 weeks ago | okinawa.stripes.com | Denisse Rauda

When you go snorkeling at Blue Cave, some tours also provide you the opportunity to feed and get a closer look at the fish that live here. Photos by Shoji Kudaka, Stripes Okinawa () What does one do when they visit the beautiful Pacific island of Okinawa? Hitting the beach is probably on the top of most visitors’ lists. For me, this would not be an option as my recent trip to the island was a short one.

2 months ago | okinawa.stripes.com | Denisse Rauda

While the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Sanrio’s popular Hello Kitty character continues, fans can peruse the decades of merchandise featuring the icon at a special exhibit running in Tokyo through Feb. 24. The concept behind “As I Change, So Does She” at the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno, is to demonstrate the many ways the London-girl-resembling-cat character has grown with its fans, adapting to changing fashion, trends and brand collaborations throughout the years.

2 months ago | japan.stripes.com | Denisse Rauda

While the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Sanrio’s popular Hello Kitty character continues, fans can peruse the decades of merchandise featuring the icon at a special exhibit running in Tokyo through Feb. 24. The concept behind “As I Change, So Does She” at the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno, is to demonstrate the many ways the London-girl-resembling-cat character has grown with its fans, adapting to changing fashion, trends and brand collaborations throughout the years.

Jan 23, 2025 | japan.stripes.com | Denisse Rauda

For many people, the winter season means snow, skiing, hot cocoa and other cold-weather activities. For me, it means time to enjoy some of Japan’s delicious strawberries. Every year around this time, crowds flock to the countryside for strawberry picking on farms and in greenhouses, where for a one-time fee you can pick and eat all you can. This activity is a popular pastime on the weekends for those trying to get out of the city and breathe fresh air while scarfing down some berries.