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If you’ve been to a hole in the wall Japanese restaurant in the United States it’s likely that you’ve seen someone do a sake bomb. The way that Americans consume their sake is much different than how it is enjoyed in Japan.

Are you someone who likes to shop until you drop? Throughout the Japanese prefectures there are many amazing shopping malls for all of your shopping needs! Here are three popular malls in Japan and what makes them a spot worth visiting.

When looking at Japan’s top 5 as of the month of October, you can find a mix of international musical influences as well as some Japanese rising stars- from BTS to Fujii Kaze. Here is my opinion on some of the most popular songs in Japan.

Since it’s official opening in April of 1983, Tokyo Disney Resort has been the destination for a traveler who wants to experience Japanese culture and traditions in a fun, family-friendly setting. Here are some of the most important things to know about Tokyo Disney Resort.

In the United States, a lot of the magical films of our childhood were from Disney, but in Japan’s children Studio Ghibli is where imagination gets its wings. Here are three great Studio Ghibli movies that are a must-watch!

Watching a baseball game in Japan is completely different from the way you watch games in other countries. Even if you're not interested in baseball, I'll share with you how you can enjoy watching a baseball game in Japan!

From September to November, the leaves on the mountains turn yellow and red, and this is called "kouyou" in Japanese, and the number of people enjoying the beautiful autumn leaves increases in autumn.

Every New Year in Japan, thousands of people line up to buy "lucky bags" called "fukubukuro". A lucky bag is a bag filled with everything from clothing to food that the store sells, and the items are secret.

Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Mario and creator of many popular Nintendo titles including "The Legend of Zelda," has been involved in the creation of "Super Nintendo World," which will continue to expand!

In Japan, there are many differences in the ways in which the spooky holiday is celebrated compared to the traditions of the United States, many aspects taking on a new life and many traditions being left in the dust.

Every New Year in Japan, thousands of people line up to buy "lucky bags" called "fukubukuro". A lucky bag is a bag filled with everything from clothing to food that the store sells, and the items are secret.

Japan is said to be the world's number one vending machine country. While the latest vending machines, such as those operated by panels, stand out, slightly different vending machines are also appearing one after another.

Manga is Japan’s style of comics or graphic novels. Manga has been incredibly popular in Japan for a while, but more recently is also growing in popularity in the United States - leading to further interest in Japanese culture in general.

To celebrate their 25th anniversary in Japan, Starbucks has created 47 different frappuccino flavors each based on one of Japan's 47 prefectures. These flavors are picked based on items well-known to each prefecture！

Setsubun is a traditional Japanese event to pray for good health and happiness throughout the year. Setsubun is held in various ways at shrines and temples all over Japan, and many people come to pray. Here's an introduction to what Setsubun is all about!

There is a square-shaped watermelon that is grown only in Zentsuji City, Kagawa Prefecture in Japan. It is imported to other countries, but there is actually a secret to this watermelon.

Are you someone who likes to shop until you drop? Throughout the Japanese prefectures there are many amazing shopping malls for all of your shopping needs! Here are three popular malls in Japan and what makes them a spot worth visiting.

In 2024, Doyo Ushi no Hi, also known as the Day of the Ox, will fall on July 23. This traditional Japanese event is celebrated by eating unagi (eel), a practice believed to invigorate the body and provide stamina during the hottest days ...

Remember those arcade games where you just have two buttons and a joystick? A lot of the video games we cherish from our childhood were developed in Japan, and continue to have an influence globally today. Here are some video games that Japan has made for the world to enjoy.

In 1965, capsule toys were imported to Japan, and five years later, their popularity spread nationwide. In Japan, it is called by "Gacha Gacha" from the sound of turning the lever, and now it is sold not only as a toy but also as a capsule of various things. Here are five of the most popular ones.