Just like in any profession, people sometimes make mistakes in the field of customer service, even in Japan. Whether it’s a mistake in protocol, a…

Japanese manga artist かるめ Karume (karume_life) depicts her daily life as well as her thoughts on food and posts them on Instagram. In this manga,…

When you’re a parent, there are times when an unexpected comment from your child can put you on the edge of your seat. A writer…

There are many ways for children to call their mothers in English, such as “mom,” “mommy,” “mum” and the like. In Japanese, in addition to…

Châteraisé (シャトレーゼ) is a food manufacturer headquartered in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The Japanese patisserie, which offers a variety of sweets at reasonable prices, has…

Ehomaki Origins: Naughty Games and Nori Sales Setsubun, the day before the beginning of spring in Japan, is mostly known for two traditional practices, one…