Stifling heat and excessive humidity — Japan’s summer can be relentless, pushing the mercury well beyond 40°C. Each day, the wailing sirens of paramedics can be heard frequently, racing to attend to heat collapse cases. So, how do you keep cool without breaking the bank during a Japanese summer? Here are some handy, affordable tips!
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.
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
Racism in Japan is a complex conversation that many enthusiasts of Japanese culture often overlook or outright deny. While explicit racial slurs and overt displays of hostility are not as common as in some other countries, subtle forms of discrimination and prejudice manifest sporadically, their intensity contingent on your location and personal attributes. Continue reading
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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