Passion for Japan often makes people want to learn the Japanese language beyond the basic expressions such as "arigato". Nowadays,…
Stefania Da PontNovember 29, 2021
In everyday life in Japan, Arabic numerals (1,2,3...) are widely used, but each number still has its own Kanji character…
Marie BorgersSeptember 13, 2021
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
Knowing a few basic Japanese words and holding a conversation can be very helpful in Japan, especially in a country…
Marie BorgersJuly 27, 2021
Greetings and manners are especially important at business meetings in Japan. Be sure to observe the proper etiquette when exchanging…
Kelly NagataJune 11, 2021
A quick look at manners in Japan, including daily greetings and how to bow properly to show respect at different…
Kelly NagataJune 2, 2021
In Japan, names are very important and, for many parents, choosing the right first name is a way of expressing…
Marie BorgersMarch 24, 2021
When it comes to saying "yes," the Japanese language contains a whole range of utterances. Whether or not interactions are…
Marie BorgersFebruary 22, 2021
It is said that love is universal. That all human beings, wherever they are from, understand and express it with…
Lucia TsujiguchiJanuary 20, 2021
