Fried chicken, locally called “karaage”, is widely popular, and katsu dishes such as chicken, pork, and shrimp often adorn bento boxes and curries. Kushi katsu is a dish from Osaka that, although similar, is slightly different from regular katsu. So what is it?
Food & DrinkAll Japan
Luna
January 15, 2019
Seeing a doctor in Japan is usually not too much trouble, even if you don’t speak Japanese. Here are some useful phrases and words you may need depending on your problem, some common kanji you’ll see at clinics and hospitals, and how to tell the difference between a hospital and a clinic, as well as some additional information.
CultureAll Japan
Luna
December 17, 2018
There are no fewer than 110 active volcanoes in Japan, quite a number considering the country’s relatively small size. Although volcanoes can be extremely dangerous and are historically responsible for many deaths and damage to land, the existence of these mountains has also granted Japan many natural hot springs and some gorgeous scenery enjoyed by hikers, thrill seekers, and backpackers. Here is a list of six amazing volcanoes in Japan.
MountainsNatureAll Japan
Luna
December 10, 2018
What with new sounds, grammar that’s entirely different from English, and three writing alphabets that take years to master, Japanese is considered a very hard language to learn. However, it can also be easy in places, and for people interested in visiting or living in the country, speaking it is a valuable skill.
All Japan
Luna
October 29, 2018
Although it can be difficult to have a pet of your own in Japan as an expat, especially if you live in a city, there are plenty of places to go where you can spend time with cute animals and get your fluff fix. One of these is “Sekai no Meiken Bokujo” a communication park for dogs and people, in Gunma Prefecture.
AnimalsFamily & KidsNatureGunmaKanto
Luna
October 23, 2018
Like many foreign dishes, the Japanese have adapted their own style to make curry a little different. However, this doesn’t mean that traditional curry is hard to come by. Here are three types of curry restaurants you can find in Tokyo.
Food & Drink
Luna
October 1, 2018
Virtual Reality is a relatively new concept, with many experimental titles still in the works by both large companies and independent developers. VR is the future of gaming, with hand devices and headsets to take you from just watching a screen to being fully immersed in the game’s world.
Pop cultureTokyo
Luna
September 25, 2018
Tokyo is a fashionable city; many of its citizens pride themselves on keeping up with the latest fashions, always looking neat and tidy, and enjoying sprucing up their look with dyed hair, make up, and nail art. Aside from the usual nail polish you can buy in stores, a popular technique to keep nails looking prettier for longer is locally called ‘gel nail.’
Tokyo
Luna
September 14, 2018
The Pokémon Café was an interesting experience that is recommended for all fans of this enormous franchise. Try to win your favourite Pokémon and enjoy meeting a gigantic Pikachu! It is definitely an unforgettable visit that will add a nostalgic edge to your trip to Tokyo.
CafésTokyo
Luna
July 7, 2018
One unique spot in Kawasaki is the popular Anata no Warehouse, meaning “your warehouse”, which some people nickname the “adult arcade”. It is only a few minutes’ walk from Kawasaki Station and is the main hub for a night out for many people in Kawasaki and beyond.
SightseeingKanagawa
Luna
October 17, 2017
Japan is one of the leading countries in Asia for television shows and movies. Some fantastic dramas that have brought millions to tears, interestingly, were originally manga comics before they were made into animations and eventually live-action dramas.
Pop cultureAll Japan
Luna
September 16, 2017
Instead of the usual “lose weight”, “get a better job” or “go to the gym every Tuesday” scenario, why not base a realistic (and, let’s face it – fun) Japan or Japanese-based resolution that you can try alone or with friends? How about it?
TraditionAll Japan
Luna
January 11, 2017
So how can you make sure that you have everything you need in the case of a large earthquake, for example, that may leave you stranded (call for help)?
Food & DrinkGoodsAll Japan
Luna
December 8, 2016
Living in Japan has a countless amount of benefits. It’s a very safe country to live in, the food is great, and it’s usually fairly easy for speakers of English to get a job in a language school. One of the downsides of living in this fantastic country, however, is that it can be very difficult to mix properly with the locals – that is, make friends with Japanese people.
All Japan
Luna
August 17, 2016
Nestled between Ebisu and Shibuya is a quiet little district where famous actors, comedians, models and successful businesspersons congregate, live and spend their time and money. Daikanyama (代官山) is somewhat of a secret from tourists; with the famous districts of Shibuya, Shinjuku and Ikebukuro, Daikanyama is often overlooked.
Food & DrinkShoppingTokyo
Luna
August 5, 2016
Sukiyaki is a delicious hotpot dish that the Japanese usually eat in wintertime, sometimes during the festive end-of-year season and bounenkai (end-of-year drinking party). It’s also a popular dish for Japanese families to eat together during the winter months to keep warm.
Food & DrinkJapanese CuisineAll Japan
Luna
July 21, 2016
Toilets that sing to you, talking robots and gorgeous historical sites are just a few of the things, that make Japan a special country that is unforgettable to visit.
ArchitectureTravel TipsAll Japan
Luna
March 26, 2016
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