You can’t learn a language just by studying vocabulary and grammar. There has to be something you give a damn about understanding in the long run. If you’re studying Japanese, maybe that’s watching a…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 10 years, 2 months ago | 0 comments

“Vertical 008? (2011)

Although he’s been experimenting with stark images of landscapes, the Kyoto-based photographer Hideki Kuwajima is better known for his dazzling photographs of meticulously a…

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Digital Rice Paddle with Calories Calculator - The Digital Rice Paddle with Calories Calculator is an ideal home cooking tool for keeping tabs on your calorie intake. You can gauge exactly how much r…

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Cup Noodle Museum is a must visit for those who like technology and inventions! There are English audio guides, and the museum caters to all age groups. There is also a must-visit cafeteria with Nood…

posted by  Yubi | 10 years, 2 months ago | 1 comment

The Japanese see differently. And only the Japanese can see facial expressions and animals in some of those smilies, but some of those are quite clear and fun ? ¯_(?)/¯ (•?•?) (???) (???) (???) ?(?_…

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Any season is ramen season. But when the heat builds and energy levels start to sag, is it really worth trekking across town and waiting in line for noodles that will only make you sweat even more? I…

posted by  Yubi | 10 years, 2 months ago | 1 comment

We already introduced you to some basic manners, when it comes to visiting someone’s house in Japan. In our other blogs you might have already read about Japanese Hot Springs, Onsen, or Japanese bath…

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"Coin lockers" are widespread in Japan, and are a great convenience for travellers, providing a secure place to keep your stuff. They can be found at airports, all main rail stations, but a…

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All photos by Takumi Ota | click to enlarge

The Maruhiro Flagship Store in Saga Prefecture recently underwent a dramatic remodeling. When the new doors – or should I say, floors – opened in April…

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Shou-sugi-ban (???) is a traditional Japanese method of treating wood used for the exterior of homes and temples. Sometimes also called yaki-sugi-ita, the process involves charring the wood to a ch…

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