{"id":2044,"date":"2026-07-27T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-26T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/?p=2044"},"modified":"2026-07-27T21:54:05","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T12:54:05","slug":"mary-janes-picks-of-the-month-july-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/27\/mary-janes-picks-of-the-month-july-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Mary Jane&#8217;s Picks of the Month (July 2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">July clearly didn&#8217;t get the memo about slowing down. Just when it felt like the post-CBN ban chaos had <a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/04\/good-news-kush-jp-reformulated-products-are-still-available-after-japans-june-2026-changes\/\">settled into a new normal<\/a>, Japan&#8217;s legal cannabinoid scene decided to introduce not one, but two new ingredients into the conversation. <a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/20\/what-is-thah-heres-what-we-know-so-far\/\">THAH<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/13\/cbx-cannabinoid-in-japan-what-we-know-so-far\/\">CBX<\/a> arrived almost back-to-back, sending curious consumers (myself very much included) down another rabbit hole of reviews, research, and *ahem* experimentation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking of which, I spent time getting to know both of these newcomers while still reaching for a few familiar staples that continue to earn a permanent spot in my stash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re wondering what I&#8217;ve actually been enjoying lately, these are my favourite legal cannabinoid picks for July 2026. Keep reading to see what\u2019s keeping me lifted as we head into August.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<nav class=\"wp-block-stackable-table-of-contents stk-block-table-of-contents stk-block stk-062b91c\" data-block-id=\"062b91c\"><p class=\"stk-table-of-contents__title\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"stk-table-of-contents__table\"><li><a href=\"#daily-drivers\">Daily Drivers<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#kush-jp-super-sativa\">Kush JP&#8217;s SUPER Sativa<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#umeboshi-lust\">Umeboshi&#8217;s Lust<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#get-properly-lifted\">Get Properly Lifted<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#gohoya-thah-40\">GOHOYA&#8217;s THAH 40%<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#knockout-onariki\">Knockout&#8217;s XTC<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#kush-jp-couch-lock\">Kush JP&#8217;s Couch Lock<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-discovery-of-the-month\">New Discovery of the Month<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#regal-dojo-cbx-green-apple-og\">Regal Dojo&#8217;s CBX Green Apple OG<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#\ud83c\udf1f-what-im-most-looking-forward-to\">\ud83c\udf1f What I&#8217;m Most Looking Forward To<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#kush-j-ps-bolt\">Kush JP&#8217;s BOLT<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#accessories-tiny-luxuries\">Accessories &amp; Tiny Luxuries<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#ballpoint-pen-battery\">Ballpoint Pen Battery<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#smell-proof-carry-case-https-amzn-to-4-ppht-cr\">Smell-Proof Carry Case<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#snacks-and-treats-that-pair-well\">Snacks and Treats That Pair Well<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#calpis-sherbet-https-amzn-to-4-vvr-385\">Calpis Sherbet<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#nissin-chilled-cup-noodle-chicken-salt-lemon-https-amzn-to-4-pp-vx-0-h\">Nissin Chilled Cup Noodle (Chicken Salt Lemon)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#aquarius-https-amzn-to-4-wbg-mza\">Aquarius<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#whats-been-playing\">What\u2019s Been Playing<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#lazy-summer-afternoons\">Lazy Summer Afternoons<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#after-dark-in-the-city\">After Dark in the City<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#related-posts\">Related Posts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"daily-drivers\"><strong>Daily Drivers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/75c0e609-a659-4b70-aafe-b4fa15611541-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1773\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/75c0e609-a659-4b70-aafe-b4fa15611541-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/75c0e609-a659-4b70-aafe-b4fa15611541-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/75c0e609-a659-4b70-aafe-b4fa15611541-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/75c0e609-a659-4b70-aafe-b4fa15611541.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few products made a big first impression this month, but these are the ones that quietly kept ending up back in my hand. Easy, reliable, and functional enough for real life, they earned their place as July\u2019s daily drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kush-jp-super-sativa\"><strong>Kush JP&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/product\/supersativa\/ref\/5\/\">SUPER Sativa<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve been following <em>Mary Jane in Japan<\/em> lately, this one probably won&#8217;t surprise you. <strong>SUPER Sativa<\/strong> has become my go-to daytime vape thanks to its bright, uplifting effects and delicious Lemoncake cannabis-derived terpenes. It&#8217;s the one I keep reaching for when I have things to do but still want to enjoy doing them, whether that&#8217;s writing, heading into town, or simply making an ordinary day feel a little more vibrant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/15\/review-kush-jp-super-sativa\/\">Read the full review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"umeboshi-lust\"><strong>Umeboshi&#8217;s<a href=\"https:\/\/umeboshisan.com\/\"> Lust<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite the branding, <strong>Umeboshi Lust<\/strong> isn&#8217;t my idea of a seductive evening vape. Instead, it&#8217;s a light, functional daytime companion that&#8217;s perfect for wandering through town, exploring new shops, lunch with my mother-in-law, and making an ordinary Japanese summer afternoon feel just a little more interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"get-properly-lifted\"><strong>Get Properly Lifted<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes you want to stay productive. Other times, you want to melt into the couch, binge a series, rediscover your favourite playlist\u2026 or enjoy a little sexy self-care. These are the products I\u2019d happily reach for when it\u2019s time to properly lift off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gohoya-thah-40\"><strong>GOHOYA&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3QYpilR\">THAH 40%<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your goal is to get properly stoned, GOHOYA THAH 40% remains my standout pick this month. It delivers one of the most immersive, THC-adjacent experiences I&#8217;ve had from Japan&#8217;s legal cannabinoid market, making it a fantastic choice for music, movies, gaming, or simply letting your plans disappear for a few hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/09\/review-gohoya-thah-liquid\/\">Read the full review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"knockout-onariki\"><strong>Knockout&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/knockout-online.myshopify.com\/products\/%E8%B2%A9%E5%A3%B2%E4%BA%88%E5%AE%9A-xtc-cbx%E3%82%A8%E3%83%AD%E3%83%AA%E3%82%AD%E3%83%83%E3%83%89\">XTC<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>XTC<\/strong> joins this month&#8217;s picks because it delivers on something surprisingly rare: connection. Its layered blend creates a bright, affectionate mood before the body effects fully settle in, making it an easy recommendation for couples looking to turn down the mental chatter and lean into a more playful, sensual evening together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/25\/review-knockout-xtc-cbx-liquid\/\">Read the full review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kush-jp-couch-lock\"><strong>Kush JP&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/product\/couchlock\/ref\/5\/\">Couch Lock<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some products leave my rotation after a few weeks. <strong>Couch Lock<\/strong> refuses to. It remains my go-to recommendation for serious body relaxation, ridiculous munchies, and those evenings when leaving the house is absolutely not on the agenda. Every month I try something new, but this one continues to remind me why it earned its name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/15\/review-kush-jp-couch-lock-london-pound-cake-liquid\/\">Read the full review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-discovery-of-the-month\"><strong>New Discovery of the Month<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"regal-dojo-cbx-green-apple-og\"><strong>Regal Dojo&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/legal-dojo.com\/product\/cbx42%e3%83%aa%e3%82%ad%e3%83%83%e3%83%89%e3%80%90green-apple-og%e3%80%91\/\">CBX Green Apple OG<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">THAH may have been the stronger experience, but <strong>CBX<\/strong> was my biggest discovery. It introduced me to a cannabinoid profile that felt genuinely different from anything else I&#8217;d tried recently\u2014clear-headed, social, and wonderfully chatty without trying to imitate THC. It completely changed the way I think about CBX, and I&#8217;m already excited to see where this ingredient goes next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/21\/review-regal-dojo-cbx\">Read the full review<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"\ud83c\udf1f-what-im-most-looking-forward-to\">\ud83c\udf1f <strong>What I&#8217;m Most Looking Forward To<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kush-j-ps-bolt\"><strong>Kush JP&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/product\/bolt1ml\/ref\/5\/\">BOLT<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HN9ZBk-aMAA5LrX-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2113\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HN9ZBk-aMAA5LrX-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HN9ZBk-aMAA5LrX-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HN9ZBk-aMAA5LrX-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HN9ZBk-aMAA5LrX-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HN9ZBk-aMAA5LrX.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;m counting down the hours until <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/ref\/5\/\">Kush JP<\/a>&#8216;s upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/product\/bolt1ml\/ref\/5\/\">BOLT<\/a><\/strong> lands on my doorstep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A blend of <strong>CBX, CBG, and HHBD<\/strong> paired with <strong>100% Ghost Train Haze cannabis-derived terpenes<\/strong>, BOLT promises a lightning-fast cerebral lift that keeps building before gradually melting into a hybrid body high. Kush JP has even stamped it with a &#8220;Not for beginners&#8221; warning\u2014which, as someone who reviews these products for a &#8220;living,&#8221; is about the quickest way to get my attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What has me most excited, though, is the chance to see what Kush JP can do with CBX. My first experience with the cannabinoid left me genuinely impressed, and ever since then I&#8217;ve been hoping to try a formula that pairs it with <strong>HHBD<\/strong>. If the blend delivers on what it promises, BOLT could end up being one of the most interesting legal cannabinoid releases of the summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to be one of the first, the official release is <strong>July 27 at 8:00 p.m. JST<\/strong>, and you can <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/product\/bolt1ml\/ref\/5\/\">get it here<\/a><\/strong>. And of course, I&#8217;ll have a full review up in the next couple of days. Something tells me this one&#8217;s going to make quite an entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"accessories-tiny-luxuries\"><strong>Accessories &amp; Tiny Luxuries<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2047\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes the supporting cast steals the show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ballpoint-pen-battery\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kush-jp.com\/product\/510ballpen\/ref\/5\/\">Ballpoint Pen Battery<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019ll admit it\u2014I bought this because I thought it was hilarious. Turns out, it\u2019s also one of the most genuinely useful vape batteries I own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It works with most standard 510 cartridges, charges via USB-C, and yes\u2026 it\u2019s actually a functioning ballpoint pen. I\u2019ve had a couple of business trips and meetings lately, and being able to casually toss what looks like an ordinary pen into my bag instead of a traditional vape battery has been surprisingly brilliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you use 510 carts regularly, this might be the easiest impulse purchase I\u2019ll convince you to make all year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"smell-proof-carry-case-https-amzn-to-4-ppht-cr\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4pphtCr\">Smell-Proof Carry Case<\/a> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of this month\u2019s favourites have been\u2026 let\u2019s call them enthusiastically aromatic. (Looking at you, Gohoya Cotton Candy.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A good smell-proof case has become one of those accessories I didn\u2019t think I\u2019d need until I actually started using one. Whether I\u2019m heading on a business trip, spending the day exploring a new city, or simply tossing a couple of carts and a battery into my handbag, it\u2019s nice knowing everything stays organized\u2014and that my bag doesn\u2019t suddenly smell like I\u2019ve been hanging out in a grow room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s not glamorous, but neither is explaining why your handbag smells suspiciously herbal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"snacks-and-treats-that-pair-well\"><strong>Snacks and Treats That Pair Well<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/097724e1-d86f-415b-a189-de983fcd87e1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1774\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/097724e1-d86f-415b-a189-de983fcd87e1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/097724e1-d86f-415b-a189-de983fcd87e1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/097724e1-d86f-415b-a189-de983fcd87e1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/maryjaneinjapan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/097724e1-d86f-415b-a189-de983fcd87e1.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good altnoids are important. Good snacks are essential. These were my tastiest discoveries this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"calpis-sherbet-https-amzn-to-4-vvr-385\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4vvr385\">Calpis Sherbet<\/a> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I know, I know. This technically isn&#8217;t a snack&#8230; it&#8217;s dessert. But I&#8217;m making the rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calpis has been synonymous with Japanese summers for decades, so when I spotted this Calpis Sherbet Mix, I knew I had to order it. You simply freeze the packet, mix it with milk (or soy milk), and voil\u00e0: a light, icy dessert that&#8217;s tangy, creamy, and ridiculously refreshing on a hot afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s also a limited-edition Calpis pudding making the rounds this summer, but I actually prefer this. It&#8217;s easy to find, fun to make, and somehow tastes even better after a few puffs of your favourite daytime vape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nissin-chilled-cup-noodle-chicken-salt-lemon-https-amzn-to-4-pp-vx-0-h\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4ppVX0h\">Nissin Chilled Cup Noodle (Chicken Salt Lemon)<\/a> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every summer, Japan finds a new way to convince me that whoever invented convenience stores deserves a medal. This year, it&#8217;s cold instant ramen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Made with chilled water instead of boiling water, Nissin&#8217;s new Hiyashi Cup Noodle somehow manages to be refreshing, satisfying, and delightfully weird all at once. My pick is the Chicken Salt Lemon, with its light citrusy broth and surprisingly fresh finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It won&#8217;t replace a proper bowl of ramen, but on a sweltering afternoon when the thought of eating something hot feels offensive and I\u2019m too baked to do much more? Absolute genius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aquarius-https-amzn-to-4-wbg-mza\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4wbgMza\">Aquarius<\/a> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a July survival tool. Between Japan\u2019s humidity, long days out, and the occasional case of cotton mouth, I\u2019ve been reaching for Aquarius constantly. I prefer it to Pocari Sweat because it tastes lighter and less salty-sweet, which makes it much easier for me to keep sipping when I\u2019m already hot and mildly offended by the weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-been-playing\"><strong>What\u2019s Been Playing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not everything has to be a new discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lazy-summer-afternoons\"><strong>Lazy Summer Afternoons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every summer, I find myself coming back to <strong>Mos Dub<\/strong> by <strong>Max Tannone<\/strong>, a brilliant mash-up project that blends classic Jamaican rocksteady and ska with the unmistakable vocals of Mos Def. On paper, it sounds like an odd combination. In reality, it somehow works <em>perfectly<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s become the soundtrack to slow summer days: wandering around town, pulling weeds in the garden, tidying the house, or simply escaping the afternoon heat with the air conditioner humming in the background. Relaxed, soulful, and endlessly replayable, it&#8217;s one of those albums I rediscover every July and somehow never get tired of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve never heard it before, do yourself a favour and give it a listen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mos Def - Mos Dub | Max Tannone (Full Album)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1JG-5n45BcQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"after-dark-in-the-city\"><strong>After Dark in the City<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the sun goes down and the neon lights come on, I swap reggae for something with a little more attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another Max Tannone favourite, <strong>Mic Check 1234<\/strong>, mashes together classic punk with hip-hop in a way that shouldn&#8217;t work\u2014but absolutely does. 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