Dealing with the brutal Japanese summer
The summer heat in Japan is truly suffocating and may be a big surprise for someone coming from a cooler climate. Here’s some tips on how to cope.
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The Captivating History of the Yamanote Line
A train line that goes in a loop at the heart of Tokyo? That’s the Yamanote Line – the iconic railway route that has survived multiple catastrophic incidents and continues to give passengers easy access around Tokyo.
Continue readingThe Complete Guide To Buying Japanese Skincare Products
Japanese skincare products are some of the best in the world. But what should you buy? And where can you buy it? Don’t worry, our guide has you covered!
Continue readingOlympics Journalist Explains Tokyo 2021 | Inside Japan with Matt Barnes
#InsideJapan #Episode151 Matthew Barnes is an Olympics journalist from the NBC station in Columbus Ohio, and he’s here in Tokyo reporting on the Olympics. If you wanted to know what is going on behind the
Continue readingA Glimpse Into the Holiday That Fosters Healthy Minds and Bodies
Catch a glimpse of the mini-Olympics held once a year in every municipality across Japan. And yes, the Sports Day looks very much like the anime versions, a day filled with cheer and competition.
Continue readingGet away from the scorching summer heat with Marine Day
Summers in Japan are known to be brutally hot and humid. Why not take a breather from cramped trains, congested Tokyo streets, and hectic schedules with Marine Day.
Continue readingIs Japan Actually A Hard Working Country?
Japan is known for its long work hours and traditional work ethic, but does this mean that the Japanese are actually hard workers?
Continue readingWhat does sensei mean?
The many meanings of the word sensei
Continue reading11 Japanese Superfoods to Improve Your Health
Japan has the longest life expectancy and the lowest obesity rates, in part thanks to the healthy Japanese diet. Try these 11 Japanese superfoods to give your health a boost too!
Continue readingTeaching at Japanese Universities and Believing in Your Students | Inside Japan Podcast With Daniel
Daniel is a university professor in Tokyo and in this episode shares with us his teaching philosophies and how he helps his Japanese students to believe in themselves and get over their fear of speaking
Continue readingEssential kanji when buying medication in Japan
Finding the right medication can be tricky. Add in a foreign language and your headache only gets worse. Today we are going to look at common vocabulary found in a Japanese drug store.
Continue readingDating in Japan – Meeting People, Dating Culture, Apps, and Love
Dating in Japan and finding love is an amazing, frustrating, and one-of-a-kind experience–this article covers meeting people, popular dating apps, Japanese dating culture, and what long-term relationships typically look like.
Continue readingHow To Do a Bank Transfer (Furikomi) In Japan
One of the essential things to have when staying in Japan is a bank account. Given the interconnected world we live in (plus the need to pay bills), what follows is a bank transfer or furikomi.
Continue readingWhat should you do if you lose your residence card
Losing your residence card in Japan can become a big problem. Today we are going to look at what you need to do if you lose your residence card.
Continue readingPresentation Zen and the Art of Cutting Out Distractions | Inside Japan Podcast With Garr Reynolds
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