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...]
Chopsticks. You've probably used them at some point in your life. But do you know where they came from? Whether you're a chopstick master or completely inept with the things, you may find it interesting to learn the … [Read more...]
If you happen to be a ghost hunter and you're in Japan for the summer, there's no need to worry about job security. Summer is Japan's ghost season, and the month of August is when it peaks. August is the month of the … [Read more...]
Let's face it: the internet can be a scary place. You never know what's around the corner. One minute you might be innocently feeding your Neopets and the next, well, you're unexpectedly barraged with a mass of … [Read more...]
Okay, you're about to host a Japanese student in your home. What a great decision! I applaud you! Having both hosted many exchange students from around the world, as well as having been an exchange student myself (twice), … [Read more...]