The thing with Japanese names
An amusing explanation of the background and potentially embarrassing secrets behind Japanese names.
Japanese proverb: Turning to God in times of trouble
An amusing explanation of the meaning and cultural background behind the Japanese proverb 困った時の神頼み "Turning to God in times of trouble".
Japanese proverb: “Waterfall climbs of feeble Koi”
An amusing explanation of the meaning and cultural background behind the Japanese proverb 及ばぬ鯉の滝登り "Waterfall climbs of feeble Koi".
Japanese proverb: “No entry into a tiger’s den brings about no capture of its cub”
An amusing explanation of the meaning and cultural background behind the Japanese proverb 虎穴に入らずんば孤児を得ず "No entry into a tiger's den brings about no capture of its cub"
Japanese proverb: ”The minds of women and the autumn sky”
An amusing explanation of the meaning and cultural background behind the Japanese proverb 女心と秋の空 "The minds of women and the autumn sky."
The Japanese train experience of today and yesteryear
Trains are not just a transportation means or infrastructure in Japan, but a cultural experience. Prep for your next trip to Japan!
Great Tokyo weekend hangouts: Nihonbashi
Nihonbashi is a must-go location for second-timers to Tokyo looking to experience a modern yet cultural Japan. As a Tokyo local, show host Kyota Ko introduces his reasons for having made Nihonbashi one of his favorite weekend hangout place.
Is Japan a stressful place to live? Yes, until you figure it out.
Life in Japan can suffocate you, but Japan is a paradise on Earth for those who have figured out the real nature of its culture.
Hilarious! Shunga: early modern Japanese porno-artistic paintings
"Japanese culture, once upon a time, encouraged and celebrated sex openly. Now we do so secretly." Shungas are windows to the sexually liberal lives and ideologies of 17th to 19th century Japanese people. And simply fun to look at, too.
When & how did samurais disappear from Japan?
Samurais used to rule Japan for over 9 centuries, but they are nowhere to be found anymore. How did they all disappear?