出る釘は打たれる。
The nail that sticks out gets hammered down.
This proverb echoes loudly within Japan, a nation where collective harmony often overshadows individual opinion.
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Key Differences between the Japanese and Western Education Systems
Having spent four years immersed in the Japanese education system, both as a student and as an instructor, I’ve found Japan’s teaching methods distinctly differ from those common in Western countries. Continue reading
Celebrating Convenience and Practicality in Japan: Unique Cultural Highlights
Despite Japan’s unique love for ample bureaucracy, the Land of Rising Sun also passionately embraces convenience. Relish the omnipresence of the country’s vending machines offering a diverse gamut of goods—from comforting beverages catering to every season to unexpected items like fresh cabbages and towels.
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Experiencing Safety in Japan
Japan sparks many impressions: a paradise for food, a global technology hub, the originator of manga/anime, and perhaps most notably, a beacon of safety. Despite having its share of crime, Japan’s overall safety culture impresses, creating an atmosphere of respect for personal belongings and privacy.
Navigating Bill Payments in Japan: A Foreigner’s Guide to Managing Utilities
Paying bills is a universal grumble, and honestly, if you say you enjoy it, we’d have a tough time believing you. Now, navigating bill payments in a foreign country? That can be downright daunting. Japan, with its unique quirks, might seem intimidating when it’s time to settle up for life’s essentials.
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