If you're a crafter like me, you might have noticed something called washi tape emerging in popularity in the past couple of years. I myself saw it for the first time in Japan, thought it was the coolest thing ever, and … [Read more...]
You know Meowth from Pokemon? What’s up with that gold coin on his forehead? Have you ever wondered this? I know I have. Well this coin actually has a lot of history behind it. Plus, the gold used to make these coins came … [Read more...]
The Japanese language is a great language to learn, especially for those who love anime, but it can be particularly difficult for native English speakers. I have taught the Japanese language to native English speakers in … [Read more...]
Roses are red, violets are blue, I know all my colors, or at least I thought that was true. How many colors are there in the world? The human eye has the ability to identify nearly 7 million unique colors, but the color … [Read more...]
If you go to Japan, you'll probably end up receiving a lot of things as gifts, especially if you go as an exchange student. That's what I did as sixteen year old me, fresh to explore the world and take my share of … [Read more...]
What do you imagine when you hear the word ‘manager’? I’d guess that most of you would probably think of your bosses at work. Does hearing the word coincide with a negative image or feeling? Well, when Japanese people hear … [Read more...]