Lucy Dayman, Author at Elite Havens MAGAZINE

About Lucy Dayman

Lucy is a Japan-based, Australian-born travel writer and co-founder of Tokyo communications agency Y+L Projects. She's written about Japan for Monocle, BBC, South China Morning Post, Random House and many others. When not working, she loves discovering quaint Tokyo neighbourhoods and taking film photos (with admittedly mixed results).

1 March 1, 2026

Japanese Wellness Traditions Explained: Onsen, Shinrin-Yoku and Timeless Healing Rituals

By Lucy Dayman|2026-03-02T13:02:53+08:00March 1, 2026|Categories: Lifestyle, Travel Tips|Tags: #japan, #niseko, #traveltips, wellness|

Summary Japanese wellness practices are rooted in centuries of ritual,
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1 October 1, 2025

Christmas in Japan: 4 Unique Traditions That Will Surprise You

By Lucy Dayman|2025-10-21T10:02:05+08:00October 1, 2025|Categories: Destinations|Tags: #culture, #festive, #japan, #niseko, christmas|

Have you ever been to Japan during the festive season?
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27 August 27, 2025

7 Japanese Autumn Foods You Must Try

By Lucy Dayman|2025-08-28T09:34:23+08:00August 27, 2025|Categories: Featured, Food & Drink|Tags: #autumn, #japan, #niseko, food, winter|

Japan’s culinary world is greatly defined by season, from cherry
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8 July 8, 2025

Experience Japan’s Breathtaking Autumn: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

By Lucy Dayman|2025-07-08T08:26:43+08:00July 8, 2025|Categories: Lifestyle|Tags: #culture, #japan, #niseko, lifestyle|

Although cherry blossoms' fleeting springtime arrival is regarded as Japan's
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12 April 12, 2025

Why Japan’s Convenience Stores Are the World’s Best

By Lucy Dayman|2025-04-24T17:13:22+08:00April 12, 2025|Categories: Culture, Travel Tips|Tags: #conveniencestore, #familymart, #japan, #niseko, food|

Japan's convenience stores are endlessly fascinating. They're the lifeblood of the nation, a little community hub of sorts where you can pick up a banana, a beanie, and a beer all in one visit.

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