Buddhist monks are not supposed to harm anyone, but "soldier monks" were a long-lasting profession in middle age Japan - why did these people arm themselves and why were they even allowed to exist?
An amusing explanation of the background and potentially embarrassing secrets behind Japanese names.
Why are Japanese men Japanese men incapable of saying "I love you"?
Observing these simple business etiquettes will win you respect from your Japanese counterparts instantly.
At the end of the age of samurais, samurai warrior ISHIKAWA Jōzan pursued happiness in life.
Japanese boy bands cast young boys with feminine facial features and hairless skin, and girls are crazy about them. Legendary Kabuki actors throughout its 400-year history are all known for pulling off the sexiest female roles, and grabbed the heart [...]
Why do the Japanese behave the way they do? A comprehensive explanation of Japanese people's cultural values.
SESSHU Tōyō was an ink painter who went from nobody to famous nation-wide in his 40s to 80s, all the while maintaining job security. Ideal life of Millennials.
Being polite is always a priority for the average Japanese and here is the explanation why.
The Yutori generation is the Japanese equivalent of Millennials. They too experience problems with older generations but here's what they have to say about it.
