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Eugenie Shin

Originally from Seoul, Eugenie spent her formative years in Osaka before studying English Literature at the University of Pennsylvania. Her love of fiction, theory and visual art led her to delve further into academia as an English Master’s student at the University of Virginia. During her academic stint, Eugenie remained fascinated by pop culture phenomena, fashion and lifestyle trends. She writes about these topics and more at Tokyo Weekender, sharing facets of communities close to her heart with the world. In her free time, she can be found trying new matcha recipes, looking for vintage jewelry, and rewatching early 2000s media.

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Articles by Eugenie Shin

Acai Bowls Are Making a Comeback in Tokyo’s Trendy Cafes

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Best Hojicha Spots in Tokyo: A Guide to Japan's Roasted Green Tea

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Where To See Wisteria Across Japan: Best Spots and Peak Bloom Dates

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Where To Find Tokyo’s Most Iconic Bag Charms: From Labubu to Monchhichi

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The Randoseru Is More Than Just a Childhood Backpack in Japan

'An Insult to Life Itself': Ghibli-Style AI Images Raise Ethical Concerns

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Japan in April: The Best Things To Do and Places To Visit

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Artizon Museum Redefines How We Experience Art Today in the Heart of Tokyo

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Mikio Sakabe: The Visionary Behind Tokyo’s Avant-Garde Fashion and Footwear

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Yonex Tennis Shoes: Ace Every Match in Style

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Where To Find English Books in Tokyo: Bookstore Recommendations

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David Stanley Hewett: Contemporary Art Steeped in Japanese Tradition