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Bite Sized: Nara with Kids & How to Avoid Tummy Troubles in Japan

Bite Sized: Nara with Kids & How to Avoid Tummy Troubles in Japan

Update: 2025-10-29
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Surprise!


This is a bite-sized BONUS episode of Snacks and Suitcases!


Host Sally Stanton continues her chat with Jo McGregor from The Tokyo Chapter. This time diving into Nara, Japan’s charming town filled with friendly bowing deer, ancient temples, and family-friendly adventures.


But it’s not all temples and rice crackers! Sally and Jo also unpack a topic every travelling parent can relate to…. tummy troubles on the road (yes, constipation)! They share practical tips for keeping everyone feeling great while eating abroad, from finding veggies in Japan to what to pack just in case.


Chapters:


00:00 – Welcome to Snacks and Suitcases: Bite-Sized Japan Bonus

00:45 – Why Nara is a Must-Visit with Kids

01:40 – Feeding the Deer (and What Not to Feed Them!)

02:20 – Temples, Shrines, and the Famous Giant Buddha

03:30 – Mochi-Pounding at Nakatani-do

04:45 – Where to Eat in Nara: Big Mountain Café & More

05:30 – The Great Veggie Hunt in Japan

07:00 – Tummy Troubles Abroad (and How to Avoid Them)

09:00 – Biking Around Nara & Family-Friendly Exploring

10:00 – Bonus Tip: A Day Trip to Kobe

11:00 – Wrap-Up and Where to Listen Next


Topics we mentioned


Info on finding veggies and salads in Japan

https://www.thetokyochapter.com/when-im-craving-lots-o-veggies/


Nara recommendations for families

https://www.thetokyochapter.com/nara-some-quick-tips/


What to Pack for Japan with Kids

https://www.thetokyochapter.com/packing-for-tokyo-with-kids/


Contact Jo


https://www.thetokyochapter.com/


Instagram


@thetokyochapter


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Thank you so much for listening. Please feel free to reach out with any questions via Instagram and Facebook


 @snacksandsuitcasespodcast @sallynanamis


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Email: snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com 


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AND... Don't forget your snacks! 


 

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Bite Sized: Nara with Kids & How to Avoid Tummy Troubles in Japan

Bite Sized: Nara with Kids & How to Avoid Tummy Troubles in Japan

Sally Stanton