Buying contraception in Japan can be a daunting experience, but it doesn’t have to be embarrassing or difficult. In terms of financial cost, condoms are the cheapest way to go in this country as the contraceptive pill and the morning after pill (“Plan B”) are not covered by the national health insurance and can, therefore,…
Much as how astrology is seen in the Western world, some Japanese are very conscious of a person’s blood type, or ketsuekigata 血液型. Personality, behavior and most importantly compatibility (aka aishou 相性) with another person of a different blood type are topics that have become integrated with daily life but should be taken with a…
If you are familiar with the Japanese scene, then you might have heard of the words “ikemen” and “ikedan.” If you have no idea what any of these terms mean, don’t worry! We’ll tackle them in this article. Both of these Japanese words are used to describe certain types of men. “Ikemen” has been a…
Matchmaking parties are pretty common in Japan. Though the percentage of couples who actually get married is decreasing nowadays, the government and other private sectors are helping people in holding marriage events and meeting potential partners. This spring season, another matchmaking party will be held at Lieu de Vintage Mejiro (目白) in Tokyo. This is…
Ever heard of romance gaming? Most of the guys who are hooked on their phones playing video games must have tried it. Romance games are life simulation games where the players play as one of the characters and try to pursue a romantic relationship. The games usually include virtual flirting, dating, or even sexual plays.…
The music industry of Japan is widely distinct due to its variety of performers in both traditional and modern styles. Not only is their music different from the Western style, but also their musical performers. One of these is the ever-popular Japanese idol groups which consist of boys and girls who are supposed to have…
Someone once told me that love is a battlefield. You have a better shot at finding someone special if you have the opportunity to meet more people. But where can you find such a place? Aiseki Cafe is the perfect place where you can experience speed dating at a cozy establishment in Tokyo! Aiseki Cafe…
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Did you know that in Japan, there are certain labels to describe different types of men? Among the many labels, the ‘cabbage roll’ men are becoming increasingly popular among women in Japan. To really understand what a ‘cabbage roll’ man is and why they’re popular, you’ll first need to understand two of the more popular…
When I first came to Japan in the mid-2000’s, there was one thing that shocked me more than anything else: dating sims (in Japanese these are referred to as ‘ren’ai’ simulations). Now, today because of YouTube and the Internet we all know about dating sims, but back then I had never heard of dating sims,…
