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PDA in Japan: Understanding Public Displays of Affection in Japanese Culture
Public displays of affection (PDA) in Japan can be confusing for foreigners. While holding hands or hugging may seem normal…
School Lunch in Japan: Foreigner’s Guide to Kyūshoku Culture
Moving to Japan with children means mastering more than hiragana. One cultural bridges that parents will cross is kyūshoku —…
Halloween Costumes in Japan – Trends, Culture and Inspiration
Halloween has become one of the most celebrated seasonal events in Japan, blending Western traditions with unique Japanese creativity. Costumes…
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2025’s Top Ten Anime Songs in Japanese Karaoke
Japan’s national sport is sumo; its national dish is sushi; and its national dress the kimono. We all know this,…
Tori no Ichi 2025: The Lively Festival of Good Fortune in Tokyo
As the crisp air of November settles over Tokyo, something magical begins to stir. Lanterns flicker to life, chants rise…
Tapple Dating App: How Japan’s Favorite Swipe App Keeps Dating Fun
As anyone who has tried using dating apps in Japan will know, there are many similarities between apps in this…
Omiai Meaning: The Traditional Japanese Matchmaking Still Shaping Love
In Japan, romance isn’t always left to chance. For generations, omiai, a traditional matchmaking practice, has been a bridge between…
Imoni Explained: Regional Styles, Festivals, and How to Enjoy Japan’s Autumn Soup
As the leaves turn red and gold across northern Japan, locals gather along riverbanks to share steaming bowls of imoni,…
Sober October in Japan: Enjoying the Month with Smart Drinking
Japan’s reputation for excellent food is known throughout the world, but many visitors and new residents are surprised by just…