The JR Yamanote line is one of the most convenient and popular Tokyo Metro routes. This loop line connects all of the city’s major city centers and is operated by…
Life
Among the many innovations Japan is famous for, its high-speed train network is one of the jewels in the crown. The shinkansen network is perhaps the most efficient national rail…
Using a personal stamp or seal for contracts has been out of fashion in the West for a long time. However, in Japan, you still use a type of stamp…
Work
Job hunting can be frustrating in your home country or abroad; Japan has its own set of unique rules, and to succeed, you need to be aware of these cultural…
Internships are a great way to gain hands-on experience, improve multicultural communication skills and get a sneak peek into the inner workings of a Japanese company. An internship also provides…
Applying for a job means writing a resume tailored specifically for the position. Japan as a country and society has many unique aspects, and writing a Japanese resume is one…
Learn
Japanese is one of the top ten most spoken languages in the world. Whether you are a tourist, a businessman, or a student, Japanese is an essential skill for many….
This is it. You’ve made up your mind and decided to take the plunge to move to Japan and learn Japanese at a language school. That’s fantastic! Undoubtedly, the best…
Choosing to study abroad is an exciting and life-changing decision! As well as learning a new language and culture, you’ll be meeting people from all over the world and making…
Culture
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. The term itself translates to “making flowers come alive,” which suits the practice as practitioners of ikebana work to bring out emotions…
Hanafuda is a playing cards game also popularly known as the flower card game. It’s a traditional Japanese pastime still prevalent in the country and has transformed into various games. …
Like Golden Week, Silver Week in Japan is a string of consecutive holidays. Typically, the entire country takes the week off in celebration, many shops close temporarily, and transportation becomes…