Here on Tofugu, we talk about all kinds of different people in Japanese society. The politician, the salaryman, the artist, the musician. But seldom do we focus on a large section of the Japanese pop…

posted by  banzaitokyo | 8 years, 10 months ago | 2 comments

Erica enjoys the theatre and animated films, would like to visit south-east Asia, and believes her ideal partner is a man with whom she can chat easily. She is less forthcoming, however, when asked h…

posted by  Yubi | 8 years, 10 months ago | 1 comment

Many people were surprised when Mario made an appearance in a marketing campaign for Mercedes Benz. But actually there is a way to enjoy driving the streets of Tokyo like you are playing Mario Kart f…

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Everyone loves noodles!! Or not..?

Somen, Ramen, Soba, Udon… Japan has a variety of noodle dishes.

However, noodles are more considered as a snack than a real meal. You can find different sorts…

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Yo-yo's are still popular among Japanese kids, and not only kids. This post covers the annual Yo-yo contest of 2015.

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Discover authentic local culture with Meetrip locals who can show you the wonders of their hometown, far beyond what any guidebook or tour package can show you.

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Note: This post ended up waaay longer than intended, but I've bolded and highlighted important sections to make it easier to scroll through the entire file. Bless your soul if you read through this e…

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Hatsumode Japanese traditional New Year event, in which folks visit a shrine or temple for the first time right after the new year begins, which means a Friday midnight night visit to a temple or shr…

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TOTO’s new toilet gallery at Narita Airport | click images to enlarge

It’s no secret that Japan has some of the most advanced toilets in the world. They respond to your voice, they heat your bum …

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Have an amazing Tokyo experience without the expensive price tag - download our ebook ? If there's one thing in Tokyo that's really expensive, it's space. Luckily for those interested in or committed…

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