culuture&history Culture of the Hanami and the charm
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The season for hanami (cherry blossom viewing) is fast approaching.
More and more foreigners in Jap...
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culuture&history What are the charms of kimono, one of the 3 most popular aspects of traditional Japanese culture among foreigners?
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Nowadays, I often see foreign tourists visiting Asakusa in Japanese clothes. I am also personal...
language Foreigners ask, What’s ”otsukaresama”?
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Now then, “otsukaresama” is one of those expressions that we use so often in our daily lives that w...
culuture&history A-ha! 3 tips in becoming a Ninja
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Have you ever met a non-Japanese person who has asked you "How do you become a Ninja?"
I won...
entertainment&amusement It’s not embarrassing if you’re in a private room! Foreigners love Japanese karaoke!
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For young people in Japan, one of the most popular places to have fun is ”karaoke”.
It has been ...
culuture&history Japanese-style rooms began around Nara period in appreciation of ○○
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Japanese-style rooms began around Nara period in appreciation of ○○
Recently, more homes seem to ...
Food culture Didn’t you know? Chocolate can give you beautiful skin and help you relax!!!
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When asked about the most popular confections and sweets in Japan, many people would say chocolate...
culuture&history The 〇〇 of Japan, that has completely overwhelmed foreigners
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Most Japanese people love onsens (a spa or hot spring).
They are becoming essential places to visit...
language Can you explain this to your kids? The meaning of “Itadakimasu” and “Gochisousama.”
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It’s meal time, let’s eat!
Do you remember being reminded by your parents, “don’t you have somethin...
Food culture The appeal of ”Japanese sake”
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The other day, was very atmosphere also go to the Standing bar's good sake.
In all there sake...