A bowl of ramen served bar side in Kyoto Japan.
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Honbap: Eating Alone and The Rise of Contactless Dining in Asia

ByEryn Gordon

The writer describes a unique dining experience in a silent, anti-social ramen shop in Japan, reflecting on the cultural phenomenon of eating alone (honbap) in Korea. The concept is associated with the need for personal space and the societal view of dining alone. It prompts reflection on the benefits of solitude in modern life and invites readers to consider their dining preferences.

A woman walks in a bamboo grove with a kimono rental in Kyoto. This Kyoto guide shares everything to do in the city.
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Explore Japan’s Former Capital in Style: What It’s Like to Rent a Kimono in Kyoto

ByEryn Gordon

When you imagine Kyoto, Japan, a few things might come to mind. You might picture the wooded backdrop of the Arashiyama bamboo forest, or the tori-lined pathways of Fushimi Inari Shrine. An activity you can’t miss is exploring all of these sights while wearing a kimono rental in Kyoto.  Wearing a kimono is a somewhat tedious…

Eryn is the founder and editor-in-chief at Earth To Editorial, she shares cultural guides and the best solo travel places.
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Dip Your Toes into Solo Travel: 8 of the Best Destinations for Solo’ers in Asia

ByEryn Gordon

Solo travel has become the new travel buzz word, increasing in popularity from people seeking to find themselves, or those who want to explore at their own pace. Combine that adventurous streak with the plethora of exciting experiences waiting in Asia, and you’ve got a recipe for greatness. The eastern hemisphere has some of the…

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