The Disappearing Japanese Culture “Nengajo”
One aspect of Japanese culture is on the verge of disappearing. In Japan, many people have traditionally written numerous letters toward the end of the year. These letters are not …
Let’s Go To Mt. Takao!
To be honest, I’m not a big fan of hiking in the mountains. As opposed to me, my wife has been wanting to do it for many years. Finally, I …
Waribashi～Disposable chopsticks~
If you have visited Japan, you have probably used waribashi: disposable chopsticks at places like restaurants, cafes and convenience stores. The culture of using chopsticks exists in many parts of …
Fujiidera City Part 3 〜City’s ambassador enka singer Yuto Tatsumi (辰巳ゆうと)
Hello, everyone. This is my third time writing about Fujiidera City. I would like many people to know how wonderful my hometown is. Today, I’ll be introducing an enka singer, …
Sanpo in Ghibli Park
Animation is one of the most important aspects of Japanese culture in Japan. There are a number of animations, and some of them are very well-known around the world. Recently, …
How To Enjoy Kaitenzushi
Kaitenzushi is really popular in Japan and many people like it. This is because you can eat fresh seafood and sushi at reasonable prices. Plus, it’s fun to see moving …
Welcoming the New Year: Japanese Greetings
It’s Already the Last Month of 2024! In no time, we’ve arrived at the final month of 2024. In English-speaking countries, people often say “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!” …
Trip to Miyagi: Day 2-Matsushima-
Hello again, from Miyagi! I wrote about my exciting first day in Miyagi in my previous article. And it’s my second day here. ♪Day 2: Sendai→Matsushima ☆Go for a morning …
How to Enjoy Daiso!
First of all, you might know about Daiso (ダイソー), one of the most famous dollar stores in Japan. I often go there to buy daily necessities or find new things. …
Ōyamazaki Villa Museum of Art (大山崎山荘美術館)
Aren’t you intrigued by a Western-style house on the lower slope of Tenno-zan (天王山) (Tenno Mountain), blending in with nature in the south of Kyoto? This house used to be …