Posts by Linnea Pejcha

Linnea Pejcha

Linnea Pejcha is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. She is a Brooklyn-based writer who earned her BA in Sociology and Creative Writing from Brandeis University. She recently earned her MFA in Creative Writing with a focus in Fiction from The New School. While completing her degree, Linnea taught literature courses and worked in editorial and publishing, including publications like One Story and Lit Magazine. When she’s not reading in the park, she loves crafting, walking her neighbors’ dogs, and cooking in her tiny NYC kitchen.
Music
August 7, 2026

Watch a Tokyo Bluegrass Band Show Off Japan’s Surprising Decades-Long Love for the Genre

Bluegrass might be synonymous with the hills of Appalachia, but one cozy bar in the heart of Tokyo proves the distinctly American genre has found an enthusiastic home half a world away. A video filmed by travel vlogger Jose (aka @okay.josee) inside Rocky Top, a legendary bluegrass venue in Tokyo’s Ginza district, has captivated millions and recently gone viral online.

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Hotels
July 25, 2026

Nature Resort in China Offers Floating Rooms, Treehouses, and Pumpkin Cottages

Nestled on the North Shore of Wuhan, China, is a floating resort that offers visitors rooms opening out onto Houguan Lake, combining a nature-focused stay with proximity to the city. Wuhan Urban Construction Kaiyuan Senbo Resort offers a unique experience: the opportunity to sleep on the water. It’s the first suburban resort in Central China and has already made a name for itself with its distinctive accommodations.

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Toys
July 23, 2026

Play-Doh Introduces ‘Blooms’ Kits for Adults To Create Floral Decor That Never Wilts

Crafts aren’t just for kids. Everyone can benefit from hands-on, creative play. Play-Doh embraces that idea with its new Blooms by Play-Doh collection, a series of DIY kits that let adults create realistic floral arrangements at home. The launch marks an exciting new chapter for the iconic modeling compound, expanding the brand into the worlds of home decor and adult crafting.

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