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  • Everything you need to know about Japanese toilets for maximum comfort

    Everything you need to know about Japanese toilets for maximum comfort

    Modern Japanese toilets incorporate unique innovations, so it’s no surprise that toilets are one thing that frequently amaze visitors. Some even go to consumer electronics retailers to purchase washlet attachments to take home as souvenirs from their trips. Why do...

  • Celebrate New Year like a local!

    Celebrate New Year like a local!

    Discover the authenticity of Japanese New Year traditions! Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary cultural journey and celebrate the New Year in Japan like a true local? Japanese New Year traditions are quite unique. Say goodbye to ordinary...

  • Different types of Japanese fast foods and how to use food ticket vending machines

    Different types of Japanese fast foods and how to use food ticket vending machines

    There are many fast food chains in the world, such as McDonalds. KFC, Burger King, Taco Bell, Subway, and Starbucks, which serve burgers, fried chicken, Tex-Mex, sandwiches, coffee etc, and many of those exist in Japan as well.    ...

  • How to use chopsticks properly and seven chopsticks taboos to avoid in Japan

    How to use chopsticks properly and seven chopsticks taboos to avoid in Japan

    The history of chopsticks in Japan dates back to the 7th century. It’s believed that when the Japanese used to send kenzuishi, or diplomats, to China, they brought chopsticks back to Japan. After that, use of chopsticks became more common...

  • What are Oshibori and their historical background?

    What are Oshibori and their historical background?

    Have you ever used oshibori before?  When you visit Japanese restaurants, you will most likely get oshibori, which are moist cloth or paper hand wipes. Perhaps the reason Japan is considered one of the cleanest countries is because of the...

  • 5 Tips for Enjoying Japanese Izakaya

    5 Tips for Enjoying Japanese Izakaya

    Welcome to Japanese Izakaya! You can enjoy drinks and all sorts of delicious dishes from meat and fish to veggies and desserts, where friends and family gather to have a great time. Izakaya have characteristics of both bars and restaurants....