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5 unspoken rules that the Japanese are secretly judging you with
Culture / Society / Thoughts

5 unspoken rules that the Japanese are secretly judging you with

Posted on: August 13, 2025August 14, 2025

Unspoken rules are the essence of Japanese society, as one should act out of a deeper understanding rather than the threat of the law.

A glance into the raw personalities of the Osakan people
Culture / Osaka / Society / Thoughts

A glance into the raw personalities of the Osakan people

Posted on: August 9, 2025August 9, 2025

People from Osaka, often referred to as Osakans, deliver a raw flavor of Japanese behavior that is upbeat, unique, and out of the norm.

Living in Japan as a foreigner – is it worth it?
Culture / Foreigner / Society / Thoughts

Living in Japan as a foreigner – is it worth it?

Posted on: July 22, 2025August 1, 2025

It’s the question that every Japan-obsessed foreigner must ask themselves, is the move worth it? Here’s what I think about living in Japan!

Japan and the benefits of a homogeneous society
Society / Thoughts

Japan and the benefits of a homogeneous society

Posted on: July 14, 2025August 1, 2025

Being a homogeneous society has a certain stigma about it, some would even say a racist one, but there are benefits too, even for foreigners!

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, 2025August 1, 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, 2025August 1, 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, 2025August 1, 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, 2024July 30, 2025

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, 2023July 30, 2025

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, 2023July 30, 2025

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, 2023July 30, 2025

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, 2023July 29, 2025

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.

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