Culture
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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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10 Fun Ways to Stay Dry on a Rainy Day in Tokyo
Between the wet tsuyu season and big typhoons, Japan can be an exceptionally rainy place sometimes.
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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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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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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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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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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
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Aizuchi: Japanese Conversational Interjections
When speaking to a Japanese friend, you may have noticed them nodding and making small int
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Everything You Need To Know About Japanese Mythology
So, you’ve been in Japan for a while now, you’ve seen the ancient shrines, the aging temples, the to
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What Should I Do If I Have Tattoos in Japan?
What should you do if you have tattoos in Japan? This week, we answer this question! For more questi
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Top 6 Vegan Restaurants in Tokyo
Are you vegan in Japan? It’s great when you have a favourite restaurant to enjoy a meal. And there a
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How To Perfectly Maintain A Long-Distance Relationship
Sometimes factors force a couple to have a long-distance relationship. Living hundreds of miles apar