Beer, Happoshu and “The Third Beer”
Several weeks ago when a friend came to visit, we decided to go to the convenience store to pick up a few beers. Being...
Why Japanese curry is so unlike other curries
When imagining Japanese cuisine, dishes such as tempura or sushi probably come to mind. However in a 2007 poll conducted by The NHK Cultural...
How to refer to your spouse in Japanese
What you call your spouse in private is your own business, but how you refer to them in public can be a more complicated...
Taking a Nap in Tokyo’s Nap Cafes
Did you know that taking a nap during the day is good for you? Apparently (according to researchers), a quick Power Nap can do...
Are Black folks in Japan weird?
Many times when black folk see other black folk, especially in places where there aren't many of us, an almost obligatory reverse head nod...
How to find fireworks festivals around Japan
OK, I'll admit, this article is a bit late actually. But we just launched our site last week, right in the middle of hanabi...
Big in Japan – John Baumlin
It's not easy following your passions and becoming successful at turning them into your profession. A pipe dream for many, but a reality for...
Shut Up & Take My E-Money!
It's late at night, and you're on the way home from a night out at the izakaya. You decide it's best to flood your...
Big in Japan
Is it even possible? With Japanese companies notoriously difficult to get into for foreigners, and the inherently slow rate of adoption of new ideas...
On Shaky Ground
I still remember it very clearly... I was sitting in my apartment, working on the computer, when I felt a gentle swaying. I thought...
