Michelle
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5 Common Japanese Proverbs That Make You Ponder
Proverbs are the quintessence of a language as they are filled with ancient wisdom. Learning Japanese proverbs may be challenging but it is totally worth it.
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Daisugi: Japan’s Sustainable Forestry Technique
Have you ever heard of Daisugi (大杉), or “platform cedar”, an ancient forestry method that Japanese people have mastered for over 600 years?
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Japanese “Yaki” Food: One-Of-A-Kind
You might have heard of "takoyaki" or "okonomiyaki", but what is your favourite Japanese "yaki" food.
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Limited Reopening of Japan’s Borders: What to Prepare When Entering Japan
On February 24th, the Japanese government has finally released new borders measures. What should be prepared before coming to Japan after the borders loosened?
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Wagashi: The Beauty of Japan’s Food Culture
Continuing with our series about Japanese food culture, today’s featuring star is Wagashi (和菓子), an indispensable part of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
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Enoshima: One-Day Trip to the Island of Joy
If you are overwhelmed by the fast living style of Tokyo, how about taking a one-day trip to Enoshima to recharge your energy?
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Conveyor Belt Sushi: Japan’s Food Entertainment
One of the most famous contributions to the uniqueness of Japan's culinary culture is Kaitenzushi or conveyor belt sushi.
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Kawazu Sakura: Early-Blooming Cherry Blossom
Sakura season often starts at the end of March and ends in the first half of April. However, Kawazu Sakura, a special cherry blossom, blooms early in February.
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Japanese Slang Words To Sound Like a Native
Getting yourself updated with some interesting Japanese slang can help you sound more like a native and take one step closer to Japanese culture.
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10 Money Saving Tips for an International Student in Japan
Living in Japan on a student budget can be a challenge but there are some useful saving tips that can help you to survive in this expensive country.