Culture
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What is Ochugen? Facts You Need to Know About This Japanese Summer Gift-Giving Tradition
Have you heard the word "ochugen" (お中元) discussed at work lately? Did you know it refers to a Japane
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Meet Japan’s NEET: Young People Choosing to Be Unemployed
Japanese work culture is known all over the world: morning trains are packed full of people headed t
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Dating in Japan: How Do Japanese Guys Flirt?
Japanese people are known to be polite, peaceful, punctual, and a little shy. So when it comes to da
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Top 7 Power Spots: Finding Peace in Japan’s Sacred Places
“Do you feel it?” my friend said as we climbed the stairs of a 400 year-old shrine. “What?” I respon
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A Summer Vacation Away From the Crowds in Myoko, Niigata
Did you know you can visit Myoko for a cool, refreshing summer vacation and a stunning view of the a
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The Most Instagrammable Hydrangea Spots in and Around Tokyo
Hydrangea flowers, or ajisai in Japanese, colour the parks and streets of Japan during the wet, sogg
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5 Kinds of Healthy Herbal Japanese Tea
Around 60% of the adult human body is made up of water, with up to 70% for children. Therefore, stay
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Understanding and Overcoming Japan Culture Shock
How can you overcome Japan culture shock, and what should you do when you feel burned out living in
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5 Tips for Making Japanese Friends
Humans are social animals. We all need friends in varying degrees. Some have a very small network of
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10 Unique Features of Japanese Homes
Japan is known both for its traditional culture and modern technology, and there’s no better place t
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10 Unique Japanese Nature Experiences to Try at Least Once in Japan
One of the most magical - and most unpredictable - parts of living in Japan is experiencing Japanese
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What Are the Best Websites for Learning Japanese?
Are you ready to improve your Japanese? Maybe you've come to Japan and realized that you need Japane
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The History of Bowing and Other Japanese Customs
When it comes to adapting to Japanese culture, it’s all about the details: learning the art of bowin
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Discover Shimokitazawa, A Glimpse Back in Time
Thinking about fashion trends in Japan, the neighborhood of Shimokitazawa immediately comes to mind.
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Sumimasen: 5 Meanings in the Japanese Language
Sumimasen is a word often heard when moving around in Japan. Have you noticed that Japanese people u
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Engrish and Why Japan Struggles with the English Language
Engrish is the word given to incorrect or misused English, especially in Asian countries. And in Jap