CULTURE
Sapporo Christmas Market Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary
The sister city relationship between Sapporo and Munich has gifted the former with a splendid Christmas market now entering its 20th year.
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FOOD
The Kinoko Takenoko War: Japan’s Great Snack Battle
Where do you fall in the Kinoko Takenoko War? How a pair of Japanese snacks has pitted people against one another for…
LIVING IN JAPAN
To Tumble or Not? In Japan, Hang Drying Reigns Supreme
In America, the drying machine rules the roost. Find out why Japan (and many other countries) prefer drying the old-fashioned way.
CULTURE
Hachiko: Japan’s Most Famous Dog (and His Statues)
Who's a good boy? For many in Japan, the answer is Hachiko. Learn about the dog who touched a nation's heart.
FOOD
Boss Coffee: The History Behind the Popular Can
Boss Coffee is turning 30 years old. Learn about the history of canned coffee, its recognizable logo, and those Tommy Lee Jones…
ENTERTAINMENT
The Hatsune Miku Affair: Husband “Cheats” on His Wife with Virtual Idol
A man's wife hired a detective agency to investigate his suspicious behavior. What he was ACTUALLY doing was a bit of a…
TRAVEL
The Best Onsen to Check Out While in Japan
Whether you're traveling to Japan or planning a trip in-country, these onsen are bucket list experiences for everyone.
CULTURE
The Myth of Japanese Indirectness and “Subtlety”
Stereotypes of Japan as a land of vague meaning and blunted expression are just straight up Orientalism that obscure a complex reality.