Culture
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A Weekend in Kyoto: Things to Do in The Eternal City
Looking for the best way to spend a weekend in Kyoto? Keep reading for our guide to being in Kyoto for the weekend, and make the most of your time there!
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Kotowaza: The Art of Mastering Japanese Proverbs
Kotowaza (proverbs) are one of the most difficult parts of learning a language, however, once you master them, they can prove to be one of the most interesting!
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Everything You Need to Know About Haiku: Japanese Poetry
Are you familiar with Haiku? Maybe you have heard people mention it but aren't sure what it is? Well, don't worry, we are here to help you cover the basics.
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Chindogu: The Strange World Of “Un-useless” Japanese Inventions
Have you heard of chindogu? Chindogu are the everyday inventions that are almost useless but help make your life just that little bit easier!
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Where to Go If You Miss The Last Train Home
Missed the last train and are now stranded? Here are a few places you can spend the night if you’ve missed the last train and are looking for something to do.
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Top 5 Temples and Shrines for Hatsumode: Celebrating New Year in Tokyo
2022 is almost here! If you're in Japan, why not try visiting one of these temples or shrines in Tokyo for hatsumode, the first temple visit of the year.
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Gairaigo: All You Need to Know About Loanwords in Japanese
You may have heard about gairaigo, ‘loanwords’ before, and you probably know many loanwords in Japanese. Actually, all languages have them! Let's learn more!
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Gachapon: The Culture & History of Japanese Capsule Toys
What is Gachapon? As you've been living in Japan for a while now, it's likely you've already seen them! Read more about the culture and history!
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What is Onsen? The Ultimate Guide to Japan’s Most Popular Tradition
If you've traveled to Japan, you must have heard of onsen. Not only is it an essential part of the Japanese lifestyle, but also a very unique experience!.
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5 Interesting Facts About Miyazaki Prefecture
With its sunny climate, abundant nature and beautiful coastline, Miyazaki has a lot to offer anyone curious about the southern part of Japan.
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Goshuin: What They Are and Where to Find Them
Goshuin, which literally translates to ‘honourable red seal’, are stamps that can be collected at temples and shrines across Japan.
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Japan Sees a Record Medal Haul at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Despite the uncertainty leading up to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, these games will be remembered as some of the most interesting to date. But how did Japan do?
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The Best Japanese Inventions That Changed Our Lives
There have been many Japanese inventions that have had a big impact on us. From leisure and technology to food, let’s look at some that have changed our lives!
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The Best Podcasts to Improve Your Japanese
Rather than pawing through grammar books and academic resources, why not try more gentle ways of learning Japanese! Have you ever tried podcasts?
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8 Famous Japanese Ghost Stories That Will Give You Goosebumps
For readers who like scary stories here are 8 Japanese ghost stories that will make your neck hair stand up on edge. I challenge you to read this whole article!