When you think of "Japanese alcohol," what comes to mind? For many, it's probably "sake." But did you know that "sake" actually means "alcohol" in general in Japanese? If you've had the chance to...
Japan Culuture & Language
Dive into the heart of Japanese culture. These blogs cover everything from ancient traditions to pop culture and language learning.
Tattoo Tales from Japan: A Complete Guide & Useful Onsen Insights
As some of you might already know, tattoos are considered quite taboo in Japan. If you're planning to travel to Japan with tattoos, you're probably wondering about the dos and don'ts. Here's...
How to Celebrate the New Year in Japan (New Year Food and Traditions)
New Year is the most widely-celebrated holiday in Japan (yes, even more so than Christmas which isn't even a public holiday in the country). In this post, we'll share how Japanese people celebrate...
Celebrating Christmas in Japan: Experience Unique Japanese Holiday Traditions
Japan is largely a secular country, so it's not surprising that religious Christmas traditions aren’t widely practised here. Instead, Japan has created its own unique customs and ways to celebrate...
Introducing 23 Japanese Food Delights You Absolutely Must Try!
When you think of Japanese food, you probably think of sushi and ramen. But, there is so much more than that when it comes to the Japanese cuisine! If you’re spending your time right and visiting...
Top 11 Japanese Words and Phrases to Know for a Fun Night Out Drinking in Tokyo
Planning a night out in Japan? In this post, we introduce some handy Japanese words and phrases for drinking that can help you navigate the country's nightlife, even if you don't speak Japanese!...
Valentine’s Day and White Day in Japan: A Foreigner’s Complete Guide to Celebrating the Season of Love This 2025
Japan tends to celebrate holidays differently from the rest of the world, and Valentine's Day in Japan is no exception! Whether you're taking the holiday to celebrate a relationship, friendship or...