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Don't you think that manholes are just iron lids? Manholes in Japan are not just lids, but also beautifully designed manholes, painted in colorful colors, usually with local specialties. Here are a few manholes that have been turned into public art!

The kawaii aesthetic is just that -the Japanese culture of cuteness. The word “kawaii” derived from the phrase “a radiant phase” referring to someone who is red from blushing, which later developed into meaning “cute.”

There tends to be some confusion between what martial arts are from Japan and which come from China. Yet, there is a fundamental difference between these styles of martial arts, influenced by their respective origin countries.

Japanese gardens can be full of beautiful, unique plants. Japan has rich nature throughout its four seasons, as hot humid summers facilitate some plants while dry conditions and heavy snow lead to others. Here are some of those beautiful flowers.

Every family has its own customs and traditions based on various things. However, there are standard manners and etiquette depending on the country. In this article, I would like to introduce some of the main customs at home in Japan.

Are you a cat lover? What about a coffee drinker? Believe it or not, these two things can be combined! Originating from Taiwan, Cat Cafes have grown rapidly in popularity throughout Japan. This idea has been expanded overseas to other countries like the United States!

The selection of baked goods in Japan appears endless and plentiful- with so many options it’s hard to choose! Here are five popular baked goods in Japan you can find almost anywhere.

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!

Different cultures and histories have their own unique laws, some of which you may wonder if they are true. When you live or travel abroad, you may inadvertently be in violation of the law. So here are some of the weird laws that are unique to Japan!

In the U.S., the U.K., and Europe, the most common way of heating is central heating. However, in Japan, there is basically no such central heating system, and people usually spend the winter by using heating appliances.

Japanese gardens can be full of beautiful, unique plants. Japan has rich nature throughout its four seasons, as hot humid summers facilitate some plants while dry conditions and heavy snow lead to others. Here are some of those beautiful flowers.

In Japan, the frequency differs from region to region, with 50 Hz in eastern Japan and 60 Hz in western Japan.This is a very unique situation in the world and is caused when Japan introduces generators.

There tends to be some confusion between what martial arts are from Japan and which come from China. Yet, there is a fundamental difference between these styles of martial arts, influenced by their respective origin countries.

In the U.S., the U.K., and Europe, the most common way of heating is central heating. However, in Japan, there is basically no such central heating system, and people usually spend the winter by using heating appliances.

What are you called by your family and friends? Is it your first name? Is it your last name? Or do they call you by your nickname? In the U.S., I think most people call people by their first names. In Japan, however, it is the opposite, and people often call you by your last name.

Different cultures and histories have their own unique laws, some of which you may wonder if they are true. When you live or travel abroad, you may inadvertently be in violation of the law. So here are some of the weird laws that are unique to Japan!

Shochu is made from a variety of base ingredients, so it tastes different. The interesting thing about shochu is that even a shochu beginner can feel the difference in taste between each ingredient.

The selection of baked goods in Japan appears endless and plentiful- with so many options it’s hard to choose! Here are five popular baked goods in Japan you can find almost anywhere.

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 ...

The kawaii aesthetic is just that -the Japanese culture of cuteness. The word “kawaii” derived from the phrase “a radiant phase” referring to someone who is red from blushing, which later developed into meaning “cute.”