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... 2018.03.16 culuture&historyentertainment&amusement
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... 2018.03.07 culuture&history
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... 2018.02.20 language
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... 2018.02.20 culuture&history
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 ... 2018.02.20 entertainment&amusement
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 ... 2018.02.20 culuture&history
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... 2018.02.20 Food culture
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... 2018.02.20 culuture&history
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... 2018.02.20 language
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... 2018.02.20 Food culture