Why so many Japanese people quit their job at the beginning of 2020
In January, I was watching TV and stumbled upon some news regarding bad work conditions and people suddenly quitting their jobs at the beginning of…
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Japanese Pet Goods Store Sends Flowers And Touching Message When Customer’s Cat Dies
The loss of a pet can be absolutely debilitating and heartbreaking. For many, the sudden (and just as grueling, gradual) loss of a constant source…
Japan Travel: What are the Best Temple Recommendations for Setsubun’s Mamemaki?
Copyright cinnamonellie In Japan, the beginning of February symbolizes the welcoming of the spring through the many practices of the Setsubun celebrations. Many temples and…
A hidden gem in Tochigi: The Beautiful Ukiyo-e Museum Nakagawa-machi Bato Hiroshige Bijutsukan
On my way back home after praying for good fortune at a temple nearby, I stumbled upon this beautiful place in Nakagawa. Seeing how it…
Try Making the Japanese Ancient Craft Kurumi-E Yourself
Kurumi E is a unique Japanese craft with wonderful 3D effect designs created by the sponge or cotton fabric put underneath the Japanese paper or…
Japan’s New No-Bake Butter Cake Is As Buttery As It Gets
Tokyo butter specialist and bakery Canoble brands many of their sweets and goods as “edible butter”, often because of the appearance of their goods and…
Determined Papa Beaver Waddles With Wad Of Carrots To Give To Family
With dams to build and materials to gather, beavers are known to be quite industrious critters. Japanese Twitter user and animal enthusiast Chimu-chan (@nn930310) may…
Burning Godzilla Piggy Bank Roars And Plays Classic Theme As King Of The Monsters Takes Your Money
Studio Ghibli lovers have been treated to a few awesome piggy banks in the past, including a burping No-Face bank that devours your coins and…
The Japanese Taught At School Vs. Japanese Used By Japanese People
It’s an understandable given that studies in foreign languages begin with basic and formal sentences to establish familiarity with language rules and structure (as one…
Michelin-Recognized Udon Restaurant Opens Up New Tokyo Shop With Takeout Menu
Japan is home to a number of surprising dishes that have been awarded Michelin’s coveted Bib Gourmand status, including riceballs, yakitori, and even ramen served…
Boy’s Day in Japan and Gogatsu Ningyo: May’s Warrior Dolls for Boys
Gogatsu Ningyo(五月人形), literally translated as “May Dolls”, are displayed in Japanese houses in the honor of the household’s newborn sons. Spring comes with many festivals…
Warm yourself up with these Top Japanese Benri Goods-Convenient Items for winter
Japan has an image of hot and humid summers, so probably some of you think that winters shouldn’t be that cold, especially when we are…
Why is mochi one of the most dangerous foods that causes many deaths annually?
Deaths that happen in January are a serious problem in Japan and the cause that’s lead to more than 1,300 people dying because of accidental…
Kimekomi and Kurumi E: Traditional Crafts that continue from Ancient Times
Copyright cinnamonellie Kimekomi dolls have a long history behind and the custom of making them is still practiced nowadays by women and craftsmen in Japan….
Japan’s New Curry Rice Cooker Lets You Cook Curry And Rice At The Same Time!
Japan’s ultimate comfort food, curry rice, just got a lot easier with the introduction of a new multi-compartment rice cooker called the Twin Chef. Looks…