Louise
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Ikigai Examples to Find Your Purpose
In this article on ikigai, we’ll explore the concept and its background philosophy before providing ikigai examples to help you find your purpose.
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13 Japanese Superheroes
Though it’s not possible to decide who the best is, the following 12 Japanese superheroes have all had a massive impact on Japanese culture.
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How Many Days to Spend In Kyoto?
Ultimately, knowing what you want to get out of your trip will help you to decide how long to stay in Kyoto. In this article, we’ll talk about some of the things you could do when visiting Kyoto, depending on the length of your stay.
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How Much Does Sushi Cost In Japan?
The price you pay will vary from restaurant to restaurant and city to city. Let’s look in more detail at the cost of Sushi in Japan’s various places. We’ll look at cheap, middle range and expensive sushi to give you an overall idea.
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Japanese Sushi vs American Sushi – Are They the Same?
Many Japanese people who go to a sushi restaurant in America are shocked by what’s served up. So, what are the biggest differences between Japanese sushi and American sushi?
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13 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Tokyo Dome
You can’t visit Tokyo without visiting the Tokyo Dome! But what is this place and what does it have to offer its visitors?
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Why Is Fukuoka Famous? (5 Main Reasons)
Because of this city’s distance from other major cities, it has developed a unique dialect and culture that exists to this day. The city covers 132 square miles and has 1.6 million inhabitants (2.6 million in the metropolitan area).
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Complete Guide to Visiting Ghibli Museum
Here is your complete guide when visiting Ghibli Museum in Western Tokyo. All you need to know for a great day out.
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Japanese Tables – Complete Guide (Types, History, Styles)
In this article, we’ll explore everything there is to know about Japanese tables – the different types, their style, and their history. Firstly, let’s take a look at why Japanese people sit at low tables.
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50 Facts About Japan That Will Shock You!
There are many things about Japan and Japanese culture that the rest of the world find interesting. So, here are 50 facts about Japan that will shock you. Enjoy!
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25 Strange Japanese Traditions
Japan is famous for its many weird and wonderful traditions and festivals, some of which seem bizarre to those in the West.
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Do Men Wear Kimonos (Don’t Buy One Until You Read This)
The kimono has long, wide sleeves and a decorative belt. We often see women and geisha wearing them, but do men wear kimonos?
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19 Types of Sashimi
Sashimi can refer to any meat, including raw chicken, beef, and horse, the most common is fish and seafood. To make sashimi, the ingredients are cut into bite-sized shapes like thin slices, small rectangles, or julienned slivers.
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What’s the Most Popular Hobby in Japan?
There are lots of different hobbies that Japanese people undertake – we couldn’t decide what’s the most popular hobby in Japan, so came up with this list of ten popular hobbies.
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18 Popular Japanese Cartoon Characters
Lots of these cartoon characters also have accompanying merchandise too! Let’s explore the most popular Japanese cartoon characters of all time.
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18 Japanese Fruits (Grown and Loved in Japan)
Japanese fruits are unique, and you’ll find many varieties that you just can’t get outside of the country. Here is a list of 18 Japanese fruits for you to try during your travels.
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Do Japanese Have Middle Names?
In this article, we’ll talk about Japanese naming conventions and look at some of the most popular names in Japan.
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Do Japanese Police Carry Guns?
Japan is an interesting country that many westerners find fascinating. One question that’s asked a lot is do Japanese police carry guns?