What is Tabelog? To those of you who don’t want to make a mistake when choosing a restaurant, why don’t you use Tabelog? What is Tabelog? If you’re in search of delicious meals, Tabelog is your powerful ally. As Japan’s most popular restaurant review site, Tabelog offers reliable reviews and ratings from millions of users. […]
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What is “断捨離(Danshari)”? As the year comes to an end, preparations for Christmas begin, and it’s time to start the big annual cleaning in Japan. It’s typically done between December 13th and 29th. This year’s theme for my big clean is “Danshari.” Here is what Danshari is: 断： Dan (Refuse): 捨：Sha (Dispose): 離：Ri (Separate): It’s
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Imagine stepping into a world where convenience is king, and you can find almost anything you need at any hour of the day. For many expats and travelers in Japan, this is not just a dream—it’s the reality of Japanese convenience stores, or “konbini.” Despite their incredible convenience, have you ever wondered why Japan’s konbini
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Just one station away from Osaka Station lies the historic Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, nestled in the heart of the bustling Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street. This vibrant area offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists. Let me introduce you to the charm and allure of Osaka
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Japan is considered one of the top countries in the world with a high proportion of ‘non-religious’ people in the population. Even though many Japanese people say, ‘I am non-religious,’ they might hold their weddings in churches, celebrate Christmas at the end of the year, visit shrines at the beginning of the new year, pay
Japanese people primarily use chopsticks for their meals. Of course, we use forks when eating spaghetti and hands for hamburgers. It’s customary to say “Itadakimasu” (a phrase to show gratitude for the food) before starting a meal and then pick up the chopsticks. At home, we use reusable chopsticks made of wood or plastic. At
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Where to go this weekend? Let’s head to a roadside station! Across Japan, there are many roadside stations (Michi-no-Eki) full of charm. These facilities, located along national highways and other roads, serve as rest stops. They offer a direct market for local agricultural products and specialties, as well as gourmet food and hot springs, making
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Find Unique Souvenirs with Gachapon! Gachapon, also known as “gacha,” refers to capsule toy vending machines that sell small toys or accessories encased in plastic capsules. Gachapon is named after the sound it makes when you turn the handle (“gacha”) and the capsule pops out (“pon”). These machines are extremely popular in Japan and can
Omotenashi: A unique Japanese concept rooted in the country’s history and culture, where people sincerely value and respect each other. Omotenashi means treating others with respect and hospitality without expecting anything in return. It’s the concept of ensuring that the other person is satisfied through respectful and considerate interaction. So, what actions specifically demonstrate “omotenashi”?
Exploring the world of Japanese YouTubers has been an exciting journey. Watching YouTube has become a part of my daily life. I think many people share this habit. I want to introduce some Japanese YouTubers that I watch regularly from the countless channels available. Here is a list of my personal favorites, each bringing a
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