by Flip Japan Guide | Last updated Jul 9, 2026 | Summer in Japan
If you reside in Tokyo or its vicinity, you might find yourself amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. Taking some time out for yourself is crucial for both your physical and mental well-being. One of the most rejuvenating activities amidst nature is a visit to the...
by Flip Japan Guide | Last updated Jun 26, 2024 | Japanese Culture & Language
We often hear the word “otaku” thrown around in various contexts, but what exactly does it mean to be an otaku? This term is frequently used to describe individuals with a deep passion or obsessive interest in specific aspects of Japanese pop culture,...
by Flip Japan Guide | Last updated Aug 14, 2025 | Japanese Food & Drinks
You may have heard the saying that Japanese people live longer. Indeed, the average life expectancy in Japan is 84.79 years, the second highest in the world. What is their secret to longevity in Japan? Apart from genetics, there are numerous personal and social...
by Venese | Last updated Aug 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
It’s no secret that there are a lot of earthquakes in Japan. The island nation is located where tectonic plates converge, resulting in the frequent shaking we know as earthquakes. Most of the time, these are small earthquakes—so subtle that you may even think you’re...
by Venese | Last updated Mar 11, 2022 | Japanese Culture & Language
What exactly is Honne and tatemae? At some point in time, we’ve all said, “We should hang out more!” to someone when we didn’t mean it. We do it to be polite, to avoid having to say the honest but brutal “I don’t really want to hang out with you” that is sure to just...
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