The “tsuyu” or rainy season in Japan means the return of rain boots and umbrellas. In fact, if you happen to see an aerial view of the streets of Tokyo during this time, you will likely be fascinated by the sea of umbrellas present. You would think that this scene is only possible during the…
Japan is becoming more progressive and modern as years go by. To accommodate this fast-paced country, Japanese citizens have become more career oriented and marriage, although still culturally important, is being pushed to a later date for the working population. Dating has also become difficult. Therefore, it is safe to assume that more men and…
The time when a hobby was just a way to relieve stress is now a thing of the past. Hobbies are now treated as an opportunity to earn some extra cash. After all, most hobbies at least require a little investment moneywise, and so the rationale nowadays is that if you can earn money while…
Summer is fast approaching and one of the best ways to beat the heat is to drink something cold and refreshing. In this regard, Coca-Cola has always been a steady player in the beverage market. Over the years, they have not only steadily topped the sales when it comes to soda, but they have also…
One of the most iconic works when it comes to Japanese manga and anime is Detective Conan, created by manga artist Gosho Aoyama. Aoyama created a world of crime solving and mystery unparalleled by any other manga. It is no wonder that in its years of publication, fans from all over the world continue to…
In Nagano, Japan, there is a unique artist by the name of Tatsuo Horiuchi. What makes his work exceptional is the fact that Horiuchi creates beautiful paintings using Microsoft Excel. Yes, you read that right! This 77-year-old Japanese man found another use for Excel, the basic computer program which is usually intended for graphs and…
Topics that deal with environmental issues have been rampant these past few years as people become more aware of their surroundings. Global warming, in particular, is a concern that is shared all over the world. As environmental awareness heightens, people are more conscious of conserving our resources such as water. As expected, Japan is at…
From the time that civilizations have discovered the use of electricity, the energy consumption level all over the world has constantly increased. With the way we are currently using our energy sources, it is only a matter of time before they run out. Because of this concern, countries are trying to come up with alternative…
Japan is a country of advancement, and in many aspects, it seems to be one step ahead of everybody else. However, there is one area in which this country is lagging behind. And that area consists of issues relating to LGBT. It was not until recent years that Japan’s outlook on the LGBT community started…
Japan is well known for its scary stories. In fact, a lot of their horror movies are recognized all over the world. If you are an avid fan of anything terrifying, Japan is definitely the place to go. One of the places you should check out is the Super Scary Labyrinth of Fear at Fuji-Q…
