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Gairaigo: All You Need to Know About Loanwords in Japanese
You may have heard the phrase ‘loanwords’ before (gairaigo in Japanese), perhaps even in the context
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Visiting Temples And Shrines In Japan; 13 Things To Know!
Are you visiting Japan and doing your rounds of the thousands of Japanese temples and shrines dotted
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What to Do If An Earthquake, Tsunami or Typhoon Strikes in Japan
Japan is a country known throughout the world as being very prone to natural disasters. Have you eve
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The JET Programme: The Ins and Outs, the Good and the Bad
What actually is the JET Programme? You may have heard of the JET Programme… you may al
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Top 14 Things You Should Know About an Enkai (Japanese Office Party)
So you’re living in Japan, and have settled into your working life and now have been invited to the
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The Process of Getting Glasses in Japan
You’re in Japan and you realize your glasses have broken, your prescription might have changed or yo
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What is the Significance of Japan’s ‘Meibutsu’?
What even is meibutsu? This is perhaps the most important question that needs to be answered firs
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An Insider’s Guide to Clubbing in Tokyo
Whether you’re a student with an appetite and the time for a good party, someone living in Japan who
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An Insider’s Guide to Nightlife in Kyoto
Kyoto is a city world-famous for its stunning traditional landscapes, thousands of ancient temples a
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Dating in Japan: A Real Look at Japanese Love Life
Is Dating a Japanese Girlfriend REALLY the Answer To Your Troubles? Dating in Japan is a world that
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15 Simple Hacks for a Cheap Night Out in Japan
Are you looking for a fun way to spend your evening in Japan? Are you someone who enjoys a night out
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A Comprehensive Guide to Japanese Combini Products
For anyone in Japan, resident or tourist, combinis (the Japanese word for convenience stores) are a
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Top 12 Popular Summer Foods in Japan
Cherry blossoms in spring, festivals and fireworks in the summer, red and gold autumn foliage in the