What Does “Oishii” Mean in Japanese? 美味しい, おいしい in Japanese
Have you ever heard the word “oishii!” in Japanese? It’s a common adjective found in Japane […]
Plastic Bags in Japan – マイバッグ | Eco-friendly Grocery Shopping in Japan
In the above video, Akiko-sensei explains to us the recent change in Japan’s policy regarding plastic ba […]
Sushi in Japan – Sushi Names and Ordering Sushi in Japanese!
Sushi is a landmark food in Japan and Japanese culture. For centuries, the people of Japan have eaten raw fish […]
Tea Ceremony: Japanese delicacy at its finest
The traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony (茶道, sadō or chadō, lit. “the way of tea” or 茶の湯, chano […]
Getting off the train in Japan – How to be polite in Japan – Must-use Phrase
How to leave a crowded train in Japan – Getting off the train in Japan If you live in Japan, you are pro […]
Japanese Surnames: Meanings & History with Illustrations
Did you know that not until the Meiji era (1868 – 1912), Japanese surnames did not exist to ordinary men […]
How to navigate Japanese train platforms – Illustrated Guide
Waiting at a Japanese train platform can be tricky. There are many signs on the floor and it can be overwhelmi […]
Starting a Business in Japan – Tokyo Start-up Guide (Important Links)
Are you interested in starting a business in Japan? Is your dream to move to Tokyo and open a restaurant, sho […]