Category: Culture

In Japan You Can Hire a ‘Professional Mourner’ To Cry at Funerals

Train Collision with Wind-Blown Shed in Nagano Prefecture Kills One, Injures Two

How Shigoto Reflects Japan’s Unique Philosophy on Work and Life

Okinawa: The Japanese Village where people live longer than any place on earth

Shirakawa-go Hidden Gem Preserving Japan’s Timeless Traditions

Osaka Restaurant Shuts Down After Posting Discriminatory ‘No Chinese’ Sign

Aogashima: Japan’s Mysterious Volcanic Island Few Have Ever Seen

Brazilian Researcher Found Dead in Japan Apartment Fire

 The Ultimate Guide to Japan’s Most Enchanting Sakura Destinations

Friendship Marriages Gain Traction in Japan as Alternative to Traditional Unions

Kokumin no Kyujitsu: Japan’s Profound Citizen Holidays

Why Japanese Elders Choose Prison Over Isolation

10 Unique Japanese Words That Don’t Have Meaningful English Counterparts

Japanese White Strawberries That Cost 10$ Per Piece

Shinto: The Heart of Japanese Spirituality

Hanami: The Timeless Japanese Tradition of Cherry Blossom Viewing

7 Essential Japanese Gestures to Master for Seamless Communication

10 Must-See Japanese Summer Festivals (Matsuri)

8 Cultural and Moral Differences Between Japan and the U.S. That Might Surprise You

Ichigo Ichie: 5 Ways to Embrace Life’s Fleeting Moments

5 Sites To Visit During Your Trip To Kyushu

Sugoi!!! The Power of The Word ‘Sugoi’ in Japanese 

Naruhodo! A Useful Japanese Phrase For “I See”

Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing Brokenness and Finding Beauty