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 よろしくお願いします (Yoroshiku Onegai Shimasu) Mean?
One of the most famous phrases in Japanese is the greeting よろしくお願いします (yoroshiku onegai shimasu). よろしくお願いします is commonly …
How to Use the Volitional Form in Japanese
The volitional form of a verb in Japanese expresses an invitation or suggestion. In English, the volitional form …
An in-Depth Look at the ば (Ba) Form in Japanese
For students of Japanese who have progressed to an intermediate level in their studies, one of the best …
Free Japanese Lessons and Resources: Advanced Students
For those of you who have a pretty good understanding of Japanese, these lessons and help you with …
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 …
