Japonica

He is a wasabi farmer, but more than that, he is Izu.

Reflecting on the most beautiful chapter of my life

It was so different compared to job hunting in Indonesia

The legendary convenience stores are gonna be what I miss most about Japan.

I recently returned to Japan for the first time in 7 years and caught Takashi Murakami’s first big solo show in Japan in over 7 years!

Get ready to see a side of Japan you didn’t know existed

Send us your stories on Japanese life and culture

I was one of the ignorant until real-life working experience in Japan changed my mind.

What Motivates the Girls Who Work There?

It’s the oddities that make the culinary journey unforgettable.

Are these habits sensible or is she a bit crazy?

The curse of cuteness in Japan

Enjoy Tokyo’s no.1 most desirable place to live in before making the move

Experience the Charm and Rich Cultural Heritage of Takasaki: A Journey Through The Home of the Mighty Daruma

Staying true to your international self beyond language learning

Love of nature is at the heart of Shinto beliefs

Inside Japan’s absurd work culture

Not really, but I do have a kanji last name now

Corporate mergers in Japan are different from anywhere else

The fastest way to dive into Japanese traditional culture?

Let’s compare the different ways a culture can channel human wants

Reflecting on decades of observation and experience

For all the engineering marvels that Japan is known for, the country lags in digital technology

This primary school in Kigali incorporates some of the best practices Towari Marie Louise learned in Japan