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Welcome.
I'm a freelance travel writer who specializes in covering travel, culture, and arts, especially in Japan.
Looking for a copywriter or content writer to work on your articles, blog posts, newsletters or web copy? Reach out anytime.
Nice to meet you,
I'm Taylor.
Freelance travel writer, full-time cultural enthusiast, with a deep passion and diverse background in covering Japan.
From developing experiential travel products in partnership with Japan's master artisans, collaborations with Japan's top hotels, and contributing editorial articles about everything under the sun - sake pairings, coffee omakase, and all sorts of hidden destinations - I'm a travel writer who brings an academic focus and creative punch to all my writing.
After a career copywriting for Korea's top brands, I got my Master's degree in Japanese Culture & Literature before turning towards the travel industry. Nowadays, I typically focus on cultural and luxury travel within Japan, but I'm always open to new ideas.
Browse my published work.
Editorial
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The Art of Skin: Tattoo History in Korea and Contemporary Culture; Platform Magazine
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The Elevation of Craft from Folk to Art: Mingei, Minka, and Preservation in Modern Japan; Deeper Japan
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How to Pair Sake with Food; Deeper Japan
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Sushi by the Seasons: What Sushi to Eat, When; Deeper Japan
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A 2023 Guide to New Cafes in Tokyo; Sprudge
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The Advent of Omiyage and its Transformation through Time; Deeper Japan
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Fake Food, Real ArtL Japan's Replica Food Industry; Metropolis
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The Ultimate LGBTQ Guide to Tokyo: Matador
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The Best LGBTQ Spots in East Asia; Matador
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The Sprudge Guide To Coffee In Tokyo’s Sangenjaya District; Sprudge
Interview:
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Toshie, Kintsugi Master; Deeper Japan
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Hirohiko, Kiji-mise Lacquerware Master; Deeper Japan
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Have A Swig: High-Class, Barrier-Free Community Cocktail Culture; Metropolis
Branded:
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ZEROTOKYO: Tokyu Kabukicho Tower; Metropolis
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Become a Sake Sommelier: Sake Market; Metropolis
Travelogue:
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Shanghai Fever; Intrepid Times
Looking for my copy & branded content? Click here to view.
I've worked with the best.
From major corporations launching global campaigns, local tourism boards aiming to bring sustainable growth to their regions, and individual businesses or publications seeking to engage their readership, I've created gripping content that drives curiosity.
Interested in traditional culture in Japan, the latest luxury spots, or anything else in the world of travel and tourism?
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Ready to get started?
If you've got a press trip lined up, article the needs to be written, or corporate content that needs to be written, reach out to hear more about what we can do together.
(Psst...I also contribute photography for brands and article, which you can see more of here.)