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If you’ve ever wondered what a franchise grand opening is like in Japan, this is the blog for you! If you haven’t, you’re probably not in the minority, but now that I’m talking about it I bet you’re at least a bit interested. If you love...

These days in Japan, like many countries, dating sites are probably the most common way to meet a romantic partner, but it’s certainly not the only way. Meeting someone at work is encouraged, which as a westerner seems nothing short of i...

Japanese food is just amazing, isn’t it? There are so many foods to try and often so little time in the country! But if you’re trying not to fall off your healthy bandwagon while visiting Japan, it’s not always so easy. While traditional...

Kagawa might not be the first prefecture you think of when you think of Japan. Sure, there’s Tokyo and Kyoto, but we all know them! If I told you that despite being Japan’s smallest prefecture, little Kagawa has an amazing garden, great ...

So you're entering Japan, how exciting! Whether you're coming in for work, school, or travel, you're about to enter an unforgettable experience. But before we get ahead of ourselves here, you've got to enter the country. Let's see what i...

When you’re living in Japan, chances are you’ll have to leave and come back at some point. Whether you’re going out for vacation, a business trip, or visiting your home country, just about every foreign resident living in Japan long term...

Last time I talked about the fact that many people, both Japanese and foreign residents here, will assert that you need a car to enjoy Okinawa, but I disagree! In Part 1, I wrote all about Okinawa’s capital city Naha, so this time I’ll w...

Have you ever heard of Japan’s tropical paradise Okinawa? If you haven’t, you’re missing out! But if you have, one thing you’ve probably heard time and time again is “You need a car.” People swear that you need a car as soon as you step ...

So you're going to Japan and of course you're gonna eat out, but you might have some questions–I don't blame you! Last time we talked all about how to order in a restaurant, so this time I want to tell you some etiquette, tips, and cultu...

Your first time in a Japanese restaurant can have you feeling a whole range of emotions ranging from excited to intimidated. Well, there’s good reason to be excited, because your food is almost guaranteed to be scrumptious, so let’s see ...