Uncover the customs and etiquette that make Japan one of the most fascinating societies in the world. From bowing and gift-giving to seasonal festivals, learn the unspoken rules of daily life.
Japan has remixed Valentine’s Day, adding its own unique celebration: White Day. Both centre on gift giving, where each present says a lot more than what’s on the outside.
What Valentine’s and White Day Gifts Actually Mean in Japan Read Post »
Nomunication – or Japanese work-related drinking culture – remains a staple of the salaryman lifestyle – but for how long?
Nomunication: Japan’s Tradition of Work-Related Drinking Read Post »
Japan’s micro seasons split the world into five-day increments in a way that turns each year into a gentle conversation with nature.
Japan’s Micro Seasons: Splitting the Year in 72 Lyrical Bits Read Post »