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Japanese Call You by Your Last Name
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. -
Basic Japanese Social Etiquette in Three Situations
Whenever you travel somewhere new, it is important to have a basic understanding of cultural rules and etiquette in order to avoid misunderstandings or offending others. Here are some of the most common social etiquette practices in Japan. -
Explanation of the World’s Popular Japanese Anime
In Japan and across the globe, anime is considered one of the biggest cultural exports. What sets anime apart is the dramatism of the characters' expressions, motions, and overall appearance. Here is what it is anime and how it became popular. -
Celebrities You May Not Have Known Are of Japanese Descent
There are many celebrities that either are from Japan or are of Japanese descent. Some of these people you may have known, but some may surprise you! -
Japanese Bento Boxes for a Balanced Meal
Bento boxes are the perfect way to have a balanced meal on the go! Affordable, portable, and cultural - bento boxes are the best way to experience a mixture of Japanese food all at once. -
Asian-American Cultural Greek Organizations at UCLA
UCLA’s Asain Greek Council encourages its member organizations to embrace their Asian ancestry and explore it. Let us dive into the organizations that make up this council and what they bring to UCLA and how they interact in their experience as asian-american based organizations. -
3 Stations Where Even Japanese People Can Get Lost
It is a famous story that tourists are confused by the difficulty of the structure of the stations. In this article, I'd like to introduce the top 3 stations with complex structures that even Japanese get lost in! -
“Black Companies” with Poor Working Conditions
There are two types of companies in Japan, which are determined by the way they work. Good-standing company is called a "white company”. If a company has a poor working environment, it is called a "black company".
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