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 …
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 …
Is the JET Program Worth It? Pros Vs. Cons
Is the JET Program worth it? In my opinion, it is 100% worth it. If you have the …
What Does どうも (Dōmo) in Japanese Mean? 7 Ways to Use it Naturally
You hear the word どうも (dōmo) all the time in Japan. どうも (dōmo) has many different meanings. It …
How to Say Good Luck in Japanese: 4 Different Ways
The most common way to wish someone good luck in Japanese is “頑張って(ね) (ganbatte (ne)).” However, “頑張って(ね) (ganbatte …
What Does お久しぶり (Ohisashiburi) in Japanese Mean?
“お久しぶり！ (ohisashiburi!)” or “久しぶり！ (hisashiburi!)” is a common Japanese greeting that is said whenever you haven’t seen someone …
What Does しょうがない (Shōganai) Mean? A Guide to Shōganai and Shikata Ga Nai
Have you ever been in a situation you couldn’t control, and the only thing you could do was …
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 …
