Tennoji Zoo Review: All You Need to Know
The Tennoji Zoo is Japan’s third oldest zoo. The 11 hectare (27 acres) zoo is home to 1,000 …
Namba Oriental Hotel Review
Can’t get enough of Namba’s electric atmosphere? Stay there in comfort at the Namba Oriental Hotel, a mid-range …
Minoo Park: Osaka’s Own Quasi-National Park
The word Osaka immediately conjures up an image of neon lights, skyscrapers, bustling shopping streets and the city’s …
The Best Nightclubs in Osaka: 7 Standout Clubs
Osaka might not have a reputation for clubbing that Tokyo does, but as the major club center in …
A Short History of Karaoke & Its Culture In Japan
Karaoke, meaning “empty orchestra” in Japanese, is singing along to an instrumental backing track. A visual accompaniment usually …
What Is Kaizen in Japanese, and How Is It Useful?
Back in January, I set a bunch of goals for the year 2021 to reclaim my life after …
Death By Overwork: All About Karoshi
Simply put, 過労死 (karoshi) is a “Japanese term for sudden death caused by overwork,” according to the Oxford …
8 Things No One Told You About Teaching in Japan and How to Deal with It
Teaching English is one of the most common jobs available to foreigners in Japan. Most native English speaking …
A Comprehensive Guide to 40 Body Parts in Japanese
Imagine traveling in the beautiful green countryside of Japan when you suddenly feel a sharp pain in your …
What Is なければならない (Nakereba Naranai) In Japanese?
なければならない (nakereba naranai)is used to express an obligation to do something. It means “must, “have to,” or “should” …
What Is “さすが (Sasuga)” in Japanese? How Do You Use It?
さすが (sasuga) has many uses in Japanese. It generally means: As one would expect. / Just as you’d …
Using もう (Mō) and まだ (Mada) in Japanese: An In-Depth Guide
Depending on how it’s used, もう (mō) and まだ (mada) can have different meanings. Generally, they can have …
The 21 Best Japanese Candy: A Guide to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
We already know that Japan has an amazing, innovative culture. The East Asian nation is known worldwide …
The Complete Guide to Japanese Tea
From traditional tea ceremonies that artfully prepare matcha to the palate cleansing konacha served at sushi restaurants, tea …
The 10 Best Japanese Seasonings
Despite my Japanese heritage, I’ve always shied away from cooking Japanese food. The subtle, complex flavors intimidated me. …
The Complete Guide to Shoyu: Japanese Soy Sauce
Japanese soy sauce, or shoyu, is an essential part of Japanese cuisine. Without this sauce, many of your …
