CultureThings to Know How Does the Japanese Education System Work? Although the legal framework of the current Japanese education system dates back to the postwar constitution, most educational structures, which…Toshiko SakuraiMay 2, 2024
CultureThings to Know Horimono: The History of Traditional Japanese Tattoos Horimono (彫物) is a little-known term to the rest of the tattoo world but is one of the most used…Gaël FaulconnierFebruary 3, 2024
FoodThings to Know Beer in Japan: Everything You Need to Know about Japanese Beers Here's what you need to know about Japan's beer history, culture, the most popular, where to find craft beer &…James DaviesNovember 24, 2022
Things to Know Can You Travel in Japan if You Have a Tattoo? Have a tattoo and want to visit Japan? Fear not! Here's a guide to visiting Japan when you have tattoos…Gaël FaulconnierAugust 31, 2022
CultureThings to Know How to Say Happy Birthday in Japanese In Japan, as well as in many other countries, birthdays are a reason for celebration. But has it always been…Chiara CampanileAugust 18, 2022
Things to Know The Tale of Sasaki Sadako and the Legend of the Thousand Paper Cranes in Japan When discussing Japan and the Second World War, one inevitably thinks of the kamikaze, Pearl Harbor, or the atomic bombs…Manon ChauvrisJuly 14, 2022
Culture Religion in Japan: What is the main religion in Japan? “A Japanese is born as a Shinto, marries as a Christian, and dies as a Buddhist.” This looks impossible, but…Maria PeñascalMay 24, 2022
Things to Know How Do I Get an Internship in Japan? In most cases, an internship is an essential part of studies or training. So-called mandatory internships are intended to help…Yvonne TanakaMay 16, 2022
Things to Know How To Rent A House or Apartment In Japan: A Comprehensive Guide To Real Estate Agencies & How Much it Costs So you've decided, perhaps to study Japanese or work, to take the plunge and move to Japan. If there is one thing…Anna ToccoliMay 13, 2022
Things to Know National Holidays in Japan: When are they and when is the best time for me to visit Japan? One of the most common stereotypes we have of Japan is that Japanese people work all the time and have…Daniela TravagliniApril 26, 2022
Things to Know What is the Minimum Wage in Japan? In Japan, wage policies and minimum wage are decided at both government and local levels. In recent years, we've seen…Marie BorgersApril 25, 2022
CultureKantoThings to Know Anzan Omamori: Japanese Amulets for Safe Childbirth and their Traditions in Japan In shrines and temples of Japan, you’ll find omamori, or amulets, of all kinds. While some places of worship may…Ariel LeeNovember 9, 2021
Things to Know How To Live In Japan: A Guide To Different Types Of Long-Term Visas How to live in Japan? Let’s be honest, who of us hasn’t asked this question before? And how often have…Yvonne TanakaNovember 5, 2021
CultureThings to Know Yokai: Discover the History of Japan’s Legendary Monsters Since the beginning of time, people have always tried to find answers or reasons for those situations or phenomena in…Lucia TsujiguchiOctober 7, 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 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
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
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
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
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 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
Things to Know How To Say Yes And No In Japanese When it comes to saying "yes," the Japanese language contains a whole range of utterances. Whether or not interactions are…Marie BorgersFebruary 22, 2021
CultureThings to Know How to say ‘I love you’ in Japanese and other romantic phrases It is said that love is universal. That all human beings, wherever they are from, understand and express it with…Lucia TsujiguchiJanuary 20, 2021
CulturePop CultureThings to Know The Best Japanese Programs on Netflix: Anime, Movies and More Improving your Japanese level or delving into different areas of Japanese culture from your own country can be easier than…Maria PeñascalJanuary 13, 2021
ActivitiesCultureEvents Tradition and Meaning of Christmas From a Japanese Point of View Since the beginning of November, Japan is immersed in a totally Christmasy atmosphere: full of lights, Christmas products in stores,…Maria PeñascalDecember 23, 2020
CultureThings to Know Why do the Japanese sleep on the floor? History of the futon in Japan The experience of sleeping on a futon (布団) remains one of the most appealing activities for travelers coming to Japan.…Toshiko SakuraiDecember 4, 2020
ChubuCultureEvents New Years in Japan: A Niigata Family Gathering to Celebrate the New Year It’s that time of the year again. The New Year is awaiting us, and with it, one of the most…Yvonne TanakaNovember 4, 2020
CultureThings to Know History of the Japanese Flag A flag represents all that a nation stands for: ideals, culture, history, and the people themselves. All these elements are…Luca DenserOctober 23, 2020