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…

Gundam Plastic Models (Gunpla) for beginners can seem so difficult to create because of its intricate designs and details. However, every gunpla hobbyist started from the beginning too, with no clue on how to build one. A model kit comes with a manual in Japanese. I’m a foreigner who has been living in Japan for…

Generally speaking, Asian men (including Japanese men) have a very different build compared to their western counterparts. With the majority having slim, toned figures, their bodies can adapt to fit all types of clothing. This brings us to the unexpected hobby that has recently reached a new level of popularity in Japan. Josou danshi or…

Work, home, work, home! Have you settled into a boring routine? Does the humdrum of life have you feeling down? Bunka Center Author’s photo Then, it’s time you check out what your local bunka center (culture center) has to offer. Every city has one or two, there are actually three in Nagoya city, although sometimes…