After receiving some cough*interesting*cough comments stating I was too hard on J-Pop, I thought it best to do an entire post dedicated to my favourite Japanese music artists.…
I don’t consider myself a sports fanatic. Well, except for skiing anyway… I could happily buy all of these Japanese ski brands and ski daily. Ah, the dream! Anyway, before I wrote this article, I honestly couldn’t name even one Japanese sports…
If you can't get to Japan, what's the next best thing? Watching countless hours of Japanese content, of course!…
My love for Japanese food knows absolutely no bounds, like many of you, I'm sure!…
Chances are high if you're visiting Japan in the spring time that you've got one thing on your mind. The Cherry Blossom!…
Japan is a bucket list destination for many and takes a load of planning which makes it so important to make the most of each and every day over there.…
Whether it's cute clothing, food, or anime, it seems Japan and it's people have a nationwide obsession with anything cute. But is that actually the case?…
let's get one thing cleared up straight out of the gate. If you're thinking about planning a ski trip to Japan, let me save you the trouble of reading this article.…
I won't lie, I love Japanese stationery.
Sadly the closest I ever got to it was a few fruit smelling erasers during primary school.…
Some topics on this website takes hours of research to come to a conclusion. This was not one of those posts!…
On the surface, it’s easy to write off-Japan as a country of flying cars and robot butlers. However, as with countless things surrounding Japan, the actual situation is a lot more complex. Today we’re going to discuss Japan’s unusual and perhaps surprising…
If you live in the United States or United Kingdom, as most of you do, it’s likely you’re constantly bombarded with gym culture on social media. But maybe not so if you happen to live in Japan. So, in a country that…
Japan is well known for it’s …’Overt’ fashion trends. *Cough, Harajuku, Cough* Don’t let your assumptions of Japanese fashion fool you, though. The country is home to far more than you often see on the T.V and in pictures. It’s clear that…
I have 3 main hobbies. Well, to be fair I’m interested and love learning about everything on the planet BUT… If I had to narrow it down it would be: This website (and Japan), Photography, and Reading. I frequently bounce around and…
Ahhh, holidays. Love them or hate them, they come around every year without fail. And for some reason (to me) it seems as though they are a little more commercialised each time, at least in the west. So whilst valentines day here…
Any time I get to dedicate a large portion of my time to researching Japan themed things and call it work, is a flipping great time.…
Whether you're looking for inspiration before your trip, or you're just bonkers about Japan and it's many fascinating subcultures, these are the Japanese instagrams you should be following.…
Quite often I find myself pondering strange questions about Japan. In the past, that’s led me to find out why Japanese cars are so boxy, why Japan is so clean, and why it snows so much. But today, we’re going to find…
This is a list of 8 of the most influential and famous traditional Japanese board games throughout the countries history.…
It's time to find out which of these music genres is most popular.…
Going to Japan might seem like a big logistical ordeal. I'm here to tell you that it really doesn't have to be that way. In fact, I think it could be quite enjoyable but maybe I'm just a research nerd!…
I dont know about you, but british (and I'm sure American) game shows can sometimes get just a little too repetitive.…
Japan is a country known for its bright lights, innovative technology, and beautiful scenery. But in this article, I aim to show you some of Japan’s lesser-known facts that prove how truly interesting it is as a country. On this list you’ll…
Japan loves Pokémon, but just how much?…
A guide to Japanese Kei cars.…
If you're from the western world, chances are high that you've heard Japan referred to as the 'Land of the rising sun'. But why is this the case?…
Believe it or not, 'Surfing' in Japan dates all the way back to the Edo period (1603-1868)…
I’m lucky enough to live in Japan which means I only have to take a short walk to pretty much any shop I want. Crazy, cute, minimalist, hyper-technical, it’s all at my disposal! But what if you don’t live in Japan but…
Over the past year and a bit, the demand for face masks has shot up almost exponentially. This has led to a whole host of innovative and interesting face coverings, but non as strange (or unique?) as the melonpan facemasks. Whilst we…
If you’ve ever seen a documentary about Japan, chances are that somewhere along the line you saw a video (or 10) of people squished into train carriages like sardines. But can’t one of the most advanced and populated countries in the world…
If you've only ever slept on western style beds your whole life, the prospect of sleeping on the floor may sound strange to you.…
Today we’re going to look at two of the biggest producers of Japanese milk tea, Hokkaido and Okinawa.
But which is best?…
Japanese aesthetic principles and concepts are often hard to decipher into actionable and practical ways to help you in daily life. In this article, I’ve taken the time to identify the key principles Japanese culture has to offer and linked them to…
In Japan it's extremely common to give gourmet fruit as gifts rather than simply to eat. To this affect Japanese fruit tends to command a higher price and increase competition for the most desirable fruit year upon year.…
Japan has undoubtedly contributed extensively to the video game industry, but are there any games set in Japan?…
I was sitting in my garden the other day drinking some perfectly brewed green tea when I thought "Does Japan have good coffee too?"…
Have you ever thought 'What camera should I bring to Japan?'. Having graduated with a degree in photography, I know the importance of a good camera for a once in a lifetime trip. And having been to Japan a number of times,…
Tokyo got the best of you? In need of somewhere to relax in the big city? I've done the research to bring you the 5 best places to chill out or relax in Tokyo. Whether you're a solo traveller or with a…
Decided to finally take the plunge and book your flight to Japan? Let me show you how to prepare for it and survive your long-haul flight!…
In England we get roughly 20 pathetic days of snow a year. That doesn't mean it settled and doesn't mean it was heavy! So it got me thinking, 'Where's the snowiest place on earth?'.…
If you've ever visited Japan then you know it's an extremely clean country. We explore how and why that happens.…
The Japanese government has finally made it the law to display post tax item prices in shops. A change a lot of people have been waiting for!…
Using airbnb Japan is the ideal way for you to give your trip a little more authenticity! Let's take a look at the 19 best places to stay.…
Buying a Japanese textbook is the first decision during your learning journey. We've made a guide to help you decide which one is best for you.…
From Japanese Junk food to famous Japanese snacks and more, we count down the best Japanese snacks you need to try!…
Want a unique and cheap accommodation option for your trip to Japan? Here's a list of 5 of the best capsule hotels in Tokyo!…
Is walking around Tokyo making you tired? How about resting in the capitals first and most luxury ryokan!…
Fancy learning Japanese online but not sure where to start? We've created the ultimate list of resources to help you get started on your journey!…
It's a time of the year that many of us probably celebrate and enjoy, but is easter celebrated in Japan?…
Starbucks has just released it's Cherry Blossom Drink for 2021 and this year it's been upgraded.…