Things you should know before you move to Japan What would you prepare before you move to Japan? Your Japanese language skills? A new job in Japan? A place to live? Undoubtedly, these are essential preparations before relocating. Despite this, there are crucial details often overlooked until one steps foot Read more…
How to Enjoy Japan on a Budget If you’re looking to enjoy Japan without breaking the bank, there are plenty of tips and tricks to help you do so. From finding affordable accommodations to seeking out inexpensive dining options, there are many ways to stretch your budget while still experiencing Read more…
How to say “I” in your language? In English, there is only one way to say. The funny thing about Japanese is there are plenty of ways of saying that. If you have ever watched anime in Japanese, you probably noticed that each character, especially men, calls themselves in their Read more…
Have you ever run into troubles because of miscommunication? It is always difficult to state what you want to say and consider others’ feelings at the same time, especially with people who have different backgrounds. Many of my western friends told me that they had difficulties with communication with Japanese Read more…
Meaning of Kawaii Recently most people know this Japanese word “kawaii”. This is a very familiar word in Japanese society, and most Japanese girls, including me, are obsessed with kawaii, I can say. Kawaii fashion, kawaii goods, kawaii foods, the word kawaii makes girls delighted. The main meaning of ”kawaii” Read more…
There are many foods and products which include “sakura” in their names. Something with name cherry blossom, in Japanese “sakura”, reminds people of sweet-sour smell and pink color. In spring, many companies sell products with sakura package or change into sakura color as spring limited edition. Cherry blossom taste Sakura-mochi Read more…
Cherry Blossom in Japanese Culture At the beginning of April, people gather at parks to watch cherry blossoms. They enjoy beautiful views and comfortable weather while having a barbecue, drinking, chatting, walking, and in their own way. This is called 花見(hanami). 花 means flower, in this case cherry blossom, and Read more…
Japanese culture has two sides, traditions and modernity.You can find them everywhere such as architecture, food, and fashion. These days, Japanese culture has an image of “kawaii” fashion culture, but on the opposite side, there is an image of old kimono(着物) fashion. 着(ki) means to wear, and 物(mono) means things, Read more…
Japan is a small island and the unique culture was developed over hundreds of thousands of years. Here are 8 interesting facts about Japanese culture you should know before visiting Japan. Greeting and Bow You would see people take a bow in Japan many times such as meeting someone, expressing Read more…
Have you ever been to Japan in autumn, when Japan is full of colors and people feel the beauty of Japanese culture? Leaves change into red, yellow, blown after summer. it’s such a beautiful moment and at the same, the weather feels very comfortable. Many people visit Japan to see Read more…