culuture&history

Culture of the Hanami and the charm

Hello, this is TORA. The season for hanami (cherry blossom viewing) is fast approaching. More and more foreigners in Jap...
culuture&history

What are the charms of kimono, one of the 3 most popular aspects of traditional Japanese culture among foreigners?

Hello, this is TORA.   Nowadays, I often see foreign tourists visiting Asakusa in Japanese clothes. I am also personal...
language

Foreigners ask, What’s ”otsukaresama”?

Hello, this is TORA. 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

Hello, this is TORA. 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!

Hello, this is TORA. 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 ○○

Hello, this is TORA. 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!!!

Hello, this is TORA. 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

Hello, this is TORA. 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.”

Hello, this is TORA. 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”

Hello, this is TORA. The other day, was very atmosphere also go to the Standing bar's good sake. In all there sake...
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