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 Bonus00:45 – Why Nara is a Must-Visit with Kids01:40 – Feeding the Deer (and What Not to Feed Them!)02:20 – Temples, Shrines, and the Famous Giant Buddha03:30 – Mochi-Pounding at Nakatani-do04:45 – Where to Eat in Nara: Big Mountain Café & More05:30 – The Great Veggie Hunt in Japan07:00 – Tummy Troubles Abroad (and How to Avoid Them)09:00 – Biking Around Nara & Family-Friendly Exploring10:00 – Bonus Tip: A Day Trip to Kobe11:00 – Wrap-Up and Where to Listen Next Topics we mentioned Info on finding veggies and salads in Japanhttps://www.thetokyochapter.com/when-im-craving-lots-o-veggies/ Nara recommendations for familieshttps://www.thetokyochapter.com/nara-some-quick-tips/ What to Pack for Japan with Kidshttps://www.thetokyochapter.com/packing-for-tokyo-with-kids/ Contact Jo https://www.thetokyochapter.com/ Instagram @thetokyochapter Connect Thank you so much for listening. Please feel free to reach out with any questions via Instagram and Facebook  @snacksandsuitcasespodcast @sallynanamis Facebook Email: snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com  Subscribe, rate and share with a fellow parent who's dreaming of Japan! AND... Don't forget your snacks!