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Culture
28
Jun
2022
  • Culture

Guide To Kansai Dialect: Basic Grammar & Words To Level Up Your Japanese Skills

Find standard Japanese too easy? Try picking up grammar patterns and unique phrases that are unique to the Kansai dialect.
24
Jun
2022
  • Culture

12 Underrated Anime To Watch If You Are Sick Of Attack On Titan & Demon Slayer Recommendations

Need something new to watch? Fret not, we got you covered with this list of underrated anime that are truly binge-worthy.
20
Jun
2022
  • Culture

8 Japanese Netflix Reality Shows For You To Live Vicariously Through Someone Else’s Bad Decisions

Enjoy these Japanese Netflix reality shows where you can watch other people - not you for once - make bad decisions!
13
Jun
2022
  • Culture

Japanese Supermarket Guide: Scoring Discounted Food, Cheap Groceries & Secret Packaging Features

Think you know everything there is to know about Japanese supermarkets? Our guide will help you unlock new features and level up.
10
Jun
2022
  • Culture

Studying In Japan: 20 Tips Foreign Students Must Know, From Applying To Universities To Living There

This step-by-step guide to studying in Japan will take the guesswork out of applying to universities, visa applications and more.
07
Jun
2022
  • Career , Culture

Working In Japan: 8 Tips To Get Started, From Job Searching To Getting A Work Visa

Our comprehensive guide to working in Japan covers things you should consider before your job search, and how you can get started.
02
Jun
2022
  • Culture

Fishbowl Wives Episode 1 Review: The Ethics Of Infidelity In An Abusive Marriage

Fishbowl Wives is a risque and non-typical romance drama that centers on infidelity, but is there more to the show than sex?
18
May
2022
  • Culture

Japanese Onsen Guide: What To Wear & Basic Etiquette When You Get Steamy In Hot Springs

When in Japan, do as the Japanese do. Here's a guide on how not to behave like a rude tourist while you are soaking in a Japanese onsen.
17
May
2022
  • Culture

9 Basic Japanese Language Tips: How To Get From Beginner To Speaking Like A Local

Learning a new language can be tough, but study more efficiently with these tried-and-tested Japanese study language tips.
12
May
2022
  • Culture

Garbage Disposal In Japan: A Guide To Trash Sorting So You Don’t Get The Stink Eye From Your Neighbours

Confused about where to bin the onigiri wrapper? Are beer cans recyclable? Follow our guide to ace your attempt at garbage disposal in Japan.
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