Japan and its Seasons: Amazing year-round

So you want to visit Japan but you’re not sure when to? Japan is famous for its distinctive four seasons and what they have to offer. Here’s a general guide of what Japan is like in each s...

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How to Say Sorry in Japanese: in a culture that apologizes for everything

In Japan, people often apologize for many things. It doesn’t mean we are always personally in the wrong but rather, it shows awareness in our part in an interaction. Whether you are apologizing ...

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Tokyo Cherry Blossom Season: The most popular spots to see sakura in Tokyo

If it’s your first cherry blossom season in Tokyo, these are the places to be! Anyone living in Tokyo has been to many of the following places, since they are considered “teiban” - t...

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Spend the Entire Day at Tokyo Dome!

If you ever get tired of moving around from place to place to have fun, here’s a great area to spend your entire day! Tokyo Dome City offers a vast range of activities for all ages, from sports ...

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Does Hulu, Netflix, Spotify or Tinder Work in Japan? What about Uber? A Short Guide to Popular Services & Their Availability in Japan

You’re going to Japan for vacation or work but you’re worried you won’t be able to access certain things while away from home. And are there any differences between the service in yo...

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