

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 …

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 …

Complete Guide to Over-The-Counter Medicine in Japan
Japanese drugstores, or yakkyoku, can be daunting. Even if you feel pretty good about your Japanese ability, …

How to Get a Japanese Driver’s License
A Japanese driver’s license may seem unnecessary to anyone living in a large city. Places like Tokyo, Osaka, …

Leaving Japan – Part III – Moving Back Home
Your time in Japan has come to an end. It could be that you’re a study abroad student …

The Best FREE Resources for Learning Japanese
Did you know that it’s possible to learn Japanese for free? All you need is an internet connection, …

Pimsleur Japanese Review: Does It Work?
Disclaimer: This article includes affiliate links. This means that if you click and purchase something, I may receive …

How to Say Please in Japanese
There are two ways to say “please” in Japanese: ください(Kudasai)– often used when requesting an action or a …

How to Say Friend in Japanese: 12 Natural Ways
The generic word for friend in Japanese is 友人 (yuujin). Japanese people have many different ways to say …

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 for …

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 …
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