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A guide to waste disposal in Japan for foreign residents
Culture / Foreigner / Society

A guide to waste disposal in Japan for foreign residents

Posted on: April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

By far, Japan has the most complex waste disposal procedure I’ve ever seen, but after reading this guide, you’ll be cleaning up like a local!

The Japan aesthetic: 5 unique elements of the land of the rising sun
Architecture / Culture / Society

The Japan aesthetic: 5 unique elements of the land of the rising sun

Posted on: February 6, 2025February 6, 2025

I’ve always been curious about my attraction to Japan in all its elements. From architecture to culture, there exists a “Japan aesthetic.”

Religion in Japan: how Shintoism co-exists with other beliefs
Culture / Religion / Shrine / Society / Temple / Thoughts

Religion in Japan: how Shintoism co-exists with other beliefs

Posted on: January 29, 2025January 29, 2025

Shintoism is the Indigenous religion of Japan and promotes a spiritual way of life in harmony with nature and all forms of life.

What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type
Culture / Society / Thoughts / Travel

What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type

Posted on: May 12, 2024May 12, 2024

Whether you’re an outgoing thrill-seeker or a reserved peacekeeper, there’s something you’ll love about Japan regardless of your personality!

Conformity in Japan: at what point does it become an issue?
Culture / Society / Thoughts

Conformity in Japan: at what point does it become an issue?

Posted on: December 10, 2023December 10, 2023

I often say the reason people love Japan is also the reason they would never move here, and one of those is the issue of conformity.

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning
Architecture / Culture / Kyoto / Shrine / Society

Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning

Posted on: November 24, 2023November 24, 2023

Located in proximity to a number of schools in the area, Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine is a place where residents pray for educational success.

5 cool things about cycling in Japan
Combini / Culture / Cycling / Society / Sports and Fitness

5 cool things about cycling in Japan

Posted on: November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

I’ve talked before about Japan being a cyclist’s paradise, so I thought I’d dive a little deeper into what makes cycling in Japan so awesome!

Japan vs Korea – 5 notable differences from a neutral viewpoint
Culture / Food / Korea / Society / Travel

Japan vs Korea – 5 notable differences from a neutral viewpoint

Posted on: August 23, 2023August 23, 2023

As a foreigner with no real bias toward either of these Asian nations, I thought I’d share some of my observations comparing Japan vs Korea.

Izakayas are more than just pubs for Japanese salarymen
Culture / Food / Society

Izakayas are more than just pubs for Japanese salarymen

Posted on: August 10, 2023August 10, 2023

Often referred to as a “Japanese pub,” izakayas offer a unique experience that transcends the stereotype of drunk salaryman exclusivity.

5 Japanese phrases you should know for a smooth trip to Japan
Culture / Society / Travel

5 Japanese phrases you should know for a smooth trip to Japan

Posted on: February 22, 2023February 22, 2023

You’d be surprised how far you can get with sign language alone, but combining it with these 5 Japanese phrases will do wonders for you!

Japan’s maid cafe is an experience like no other
Akihabara / Culture / Society / Tokyo

Japan’s maid cafe is an experience like no other

Posted on: September 19, 2022October 6, 2022

The concept of a maid cafe is nothing out of the ordinary in Japan, but it certainly has the rest of the world scratching their heads.

Japan is an anime society, no matter what anyone says
Anime / Society

Japan is an anime society, no matter what anyone says

Posted on: September 15, 2022February 21, 2024

From subtle anime references wherever you go to dedicated anime channels to the iconic Akihabara, Japan will always be an anime society.

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