Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationJapanese Films for the Holiday SeasonWhat movie gives you that festive feeling? The Grinch, Nightmare Before Christmas, Home Alone, Love Actually — maybe even Willie Wonka &…Dec 4, 2017Dec 4, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationJapanese Recipes for a Tired Body and SoulIn Japan, there’s a saying: 風邪は万病の元 (kaze wa manbyou no moto), which translates as “a cold leads to all sorts of illnesses”. Wise words…Nov 13, 2017Nov 13, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationThe Most Loved Japanese Food for AutumnIf you’ve come across our previous post on how Japanese people perceive the autumn season, you might remember that seasonal food is one of…Sep 25, 2017Sep 25, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationDialects of the Japanese LanguageJapan is the only country in the world that has Japanese as its official national language — but there are many types of regional dialects…Sep 4, 2017Sep 4, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationWhat the Autumn Season Means for Japanese PeopleUnlike the Western education systems, most Japanese schools commence the second semester in September. September also marks the beginning…Aug 28, 2017Aug 28, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationIs Stroke Order Important in Japanese Writing?If you ever purchased a copy of 漢字ドリル (Kanji drill/practice book), you have probably seen explanation and instruction around stroke orders…Aug 18, 2017Aug 18, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationToo hot to feast? Cool Japanese Foods for SummerSummer in Japan is hot and humid, and it can really take a toll on your appetite. The Japanese have come up with some summertime foods and…Jul 24, 2017Jul 24, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationJapanese for Improvers: Free Online Reading MaterialsIf you have been studying Japanese for a while, the chances are you have good level of vocabulary, and are comfortable with reading…Jul 17, 2017Jul 17, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationSummer is here! Seasonal activities in JapanJapan enjoys four defined and distinct seasons, each with eclectic selection of activities. Let’s have a look at some of our favourite…Jul 4, 2017Jul 4, 2017
Queenie KawabeinStory of Eggbun EducationHi! I am Queenie KawabeI was born and raised in a multilingual family who speak five languages. I’ve been teaching East Asian languages to people from all walks…Apr 11, 2017Apr 11, 2017