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Japanese is a language teeming with loan words—many from English. However, a lot of the English sounding words in Japanese are actually made up by… Read More »‘I’ll Have an American Dog To Go’ – 16 Weird Phrases Japan Has Taken From English

Tamba-Sasayama prospered as a castle town over 400 years ago with the establishment of Sasayama Castle. To this day, traditional Japanese architecture, such as wooden… Read More »11 Things To Do in Tamba-Sasayama – Japan’s Castle Town with 400 Years of History

Otaru’s exotic townscape is popular with tourists. There are many fancy and delicious Otaru cafes in this romantic city. For instance, there’s the magical café… Read More »5 Otaru Cafes: Find Your New Favorite Otaru-Style Coffee & Sweets

Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri is a festival filled with traditional flair that’s sure to please any visitor to Japan. Starting on July 1 every year, the… Read More »Gion Matsuri Guide (July 2023): Access and Tips on Enjoying One of Japan’s Three Great Festivals

If you’re a dog lover or are interested in riding a rail bike, then Odate City in Akita prefecture should be on your must-visit list.… Read More »Ride a railbike, slurp some soba, and spend time with Akita dogs in northern Japan

You might think of Japan as having a culture of “hospitality (omotenashi).” You might believe this is expressed in the Japanese way of thinking, customary… Read More »‘No such thing in America!’ – American woman reveals quirky ‘hospitality’ culture shocks in Japan

Finding moments of peace and serenity isn’t easy—especially for someone living in the bustling metropolitan city of Tokyo. Chillaxy, a Japanese CBD brand, is here… Read More »Chillaxy: Finding Quality CBD Products in Japan

Welcome to Okinawa, where you’ll find stunning emerald-green seas! While Okinawa is famous for its beautiful beaches, there’s more to explore than just the ocean.… Read More »7 Fun Things to Do in Okinawa in Summer: From Diving to Cool Bus Tours

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do” – it’s an old adage that rings true when you spend enough time in a place. Even… Read More »‘Skinship…’ – Italian Woman Reveals Quirky Observations About Japanese Culture

Japan’s most iconic castle is yours to build in Lego form, as is a Japanese garden to soothe your mind. Himeji Castle, located in Hyogo… Read More »Himeji Castle gets first official Lego set, Zen block garden kit on the way too【Photos】