by Venese | Last updated May 21, 2024 | Japan Travel
Riding Tokyo trains is a joy compared to transport in most other major cities. It’s reliable, clean, bright, and generally safe. On top of that, it’s not extortionately expensive (normally about 170-350 yen a trip—a bargain!). Here are some unspoken subway rules of...
by Venese | Last updated Aug 27, 2025 | Japan Travel
Hello, I’m Ema, a Tokyo local who has spent most of my life in this vibrant city, with additional years in Malaysia, China, and the US. Thanks to my multicultural upbringing, I’ve always had an insatiable curiosity to explore different cultures and places around the...
by Venese | Last updated Mar 13, 2026 | Tokyo Nightlife
Is there a specific dress code for Tokyo nightlife? What essentials should you bring for a night out in Tokyo? Are tattoos, sandals, or shorts permitted? We’re here to address your queries and alleviate any concerns! Here’s everything to know before a night out...
by Venese | Last updated Nov 28, 2025 | Japan Pop Culture
Is Japan like anime? This is a question that intrigues many people fascinated by the colourful and vibrant world of Japanese animation. While anime portrays a captivating and sometimes exaggerated version of Japanese culture, the reality of living in Japan offers a...
by Venese | Last updated Sep 13, 2024 | Japanese Culture & Language
We’ve all heard the term “yellow fever” before. No, not the mosquito-borne disease, but the social phenomenon where a non-Asian individual has a romantic or sexual preference for Asian, or “yellow,” people. On the flip side are gaijin hunters—Asians, typically...
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