FoodOkinawaShoppingSponsoredThings to Know Okiham: Okinawan Food and the Secret of Longevity Japanese cuisine is world-famous, but there is much more food to try than sushi, ramen, or tempura. Japan's varied landscape…Lucia TsujiguchiSeptember 8, 2021
OkinawaShoppingSponsoredThings to Know Yomitanzan Hanaori: Japanese Textiles Created for a Royal Family When you think of traditional Japanese culture, one of the first images that probably comes to mind is a beautiful…Lucia TsujiguchiSeptember 8, 2021
KantoSightseeingThings to Know Discover the Kanto Region with the JR Tokyo Wide Pass When you travel a lot by train in Japan, it can get quite expensive, especially if you want to use…Claudia MitsuboriSeptember 3, 2021
Things to Know Moshi Moshi! How to Answer the Phone in Japanese Just as with face-to-face interactions, standard telephone exchanges in Japan follow a formal code of politeness. This is when you…Marie BorgersAugust 24, 2021
Things to Know How Many Islands Are There in Japan? The famous "Japanese Archipelago" periphrase speaks volumes about the country's geography. Apart from the four main islands of Hokkaido, Honshu,…Marie BorgersAugust 20, 2021
Things to Know What is the Legal Age of Adulthood in Japan? In 2015, Japan decided to lower the legal age of adulthood from 20 to 18 years old. But this threshold…Marie BorgersAugust 17, 2021
Pop CultureThings to Know PokeFuta: Explore Japan through Pokémon Manholes Japan is the country of origin of Pokémon and has been part of Japanese culture for me since I was…Claudia MitsuboriAugust 10, 2021
CulturePop CultureThings to Know Pokémon in Japan: How and Why it Became a Global Phenomenon How many video game franchises have worldwide International Championships to their credit? How many hold annual parades starring their most…Toshiko SakuraiAugust 10, 2021
CultureThings to Know Atomic Bomb Cinema and Literature: 6 Works about Hiroshima and Nagasaki In August 1945, the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki endured two of the most deadly attacks in history. Each hosting…Manon ChauvrisAugust 5, 2021
Things to Know The Best Free Japanese Translation Websites and Apps to Use Knowing a few basic Japanese words and holding a conversation can be very helpful in Japan, especially in a country…Marie BorgersJuly 27, 2021
Things to Know Japan’s Population: How are the Demographics Evolving? Japan may be the world’s third-largest economy and a pioneer in technology, but its population is shrinking. What are the…Marie BorgersJuly 6, 2021
Things to Know Which vaccinations are required to enter Japan? While there’s an ongoing debate about the possibility of introducing vaccination passports to deal with COVID-19, many people begin to…Toshiko SakuraiJuly 2, 2021
CultureThings to Know Greetings Tips: How to Introduce Yourself in Japanese Greetings and manners are especially important at business meetings in Japan. Be sure to observe the proper etiquette when exchanging…Kelly NagataJune 11, 2021
CultureThings to Know How to Say Hello and Goodbye in Japanese A quick look at manners in Japan, including daily greetings and how to bow properly to show respect at different…Kelly NagataJune 2, 2021
CultureThings to Know Death in Japan: Spirituality and Culture Death. That mystery yet to be solved. That unanswered phenomenon that all cultures try to understand. The path to the…Maria PeñascalMay 26, 2021
AccommodationActivitiesPop CultureThings to Know Manga Cafe: A Cheap Stay Where You Can Read Manga It is undeniable that manga is one of the most popular Japanese cultural phenomena inside and outside the country. Throughout…Lucia TsujiguchiMay 13, 2021
Things to Know Guide to Japanese Yen: What Is It, How to Pay, and Where to Exchange in Japan? When traveling to a foreign country, you may be faced with several challenges. Among these, you'll be tasked to deal…Claudia MitsuboriApril 23, 2021
CultureThings to Know The Difference Between Temples and Shrines in Japan There are two majority religions in Japan, Shinto and Buddhism, which are part of Japanese people's daily lives. Religion and…Gaël FaulconnierApril 17, 2021
Things to Know Japan Time Zones and Why the Country Doesn’t Have Daylight Savings What time is it in Japan, the land of the rising sun? What is the time difference between its neighbors…Marie BorgersApril 14, 2021
Things to Know Typhoons in Japan: The History and What To Do in an Event of a Typhoon On Saturday, October 12, 2019, Typhoon Hagibis made landfall in central Japan. Outlets such as Japan Broadcasting Corporation (NHK) had…Richard MilnerApril 12, 2021
FoodThings to Know How to Make the Fluffy Japanese Pancakes? When you are strolling around in Japan and are looking for cafés for a break, you usually can't avoid stumbling…Claudia MitsuboriApril 9, 2021
CultureThings to Know Japanese Spring: The Difference Between Ume, Momo, and Sakura Blossom Spring is a wonderful time for nature lovers. Trees blossom with flowers, landscapes turn green, and we switch our heavy…Maria PeñascalMarch 25, 2021
Things to Know What Are The Most Popular First Names In Japan? In Japan, names are very important and, for many parents, choosing the right first name is a way of expressing…Marie BorgersMarch 24, 2021
ChugokuSponsoredThings to Know Nakamura Brace: A Countryside Comeback in Rural Shimane The story of Japanese prosthetics manufacturer Nakamura Brace (中村ブレイス) is made up of a multitude of comebacks. Among its episodes,…Callum HoweMarch 22, 2021
CultureThings to Know Shiba, Akita, and other Japanese Dogs: Which Is The Most Popular Dog Breed in Japan? Some of them are small, and others are large. Some have long and thick fur, while others have to wear…Yvonne TanakaMarch 18, 2021
OkinawaSightseeingSponsoredThings to Know Accessible Tourism Thrives in Okinawa In 2007, Okinawa drafted Japan's first Barrier-Free declaration with the aim to welcome all tourists, regardless of their physical limitations,…Todd FongMarch 9, 2021
OkinawaSightseeingSponsoredThings to Know How Responsible Travelers Can Contribute to Sustainable Islands For more than 20 years, Okinawa has nurtured a growing trend toward achieving sustainability on all levels of society. In…Cherise FongMarch 9, 2021
OkinawaSponsoredThings to Know Traveling Safely in Okinawa in the Age of Coronavirus This much is certain: the COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed the face of travel. But to keep things in perspective,…Todd FongMarch 9, 2021