In this article, we will guide you through the main measures you should know to prepare and act in case of an earthquake.

Kimono is so widely known that the word itself has become a part of the English language. From the very heart of Japanese culture, this iconic garment was worn on a daily basis in 19th-century Japan. Its beginnings can be traced back over a thousand years, to the Heian period (794–1185), from what was known […]

The language used in a classroom setting will differ depending on whether you are a student or teacher, and whether you are talking to other students or teachers. To sort this all out, let’s first go over the basics. What do I call my teacher? How do I ask questions during the class? How do […]

Haiku are short unrhymed poems composed of only three lines and seventeen syllables.

Those who live in Japan know that summer and winter in Japan can be brutal. Japan has eight regions spanning quite a few lines of latitude. That means depending on what part of the country you’re in, the weather will vary a lot during any given season. Winter in Japan starts in December and goes […]

They might have the same meaning, but sou そう, mitai みたい, rashii らしい and ppoiっぽい have different nuances and distinctions.  

If you ever get invited to a wedding in Japan, there might be some words and terms that are good to know before you attend.

Offering a glimpse at Japan’s rich history and culture, Japanese nursery rhymes are a fun way to learn the language.