Industry Insights: When the “Consultant” Title Becomes Ambiguous in Japan
Explore why the title “consultant” carries suspicion in Japan but not the West. Discover the importance of function, integrity and expectations in Japanese business culture.
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Inside the Mind of a Film Director: The Creative Origins of Mamoru Hosoda
Discover the creative origins of acclaimed anime director Mamoru Hosoda. Explore his iconic films, career journey, and event details for the Tokyo exhibition.
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Live Sumo at Family-Friendly Restaurant
Looking for family-friendly sumo in Tokyo? The Sumo Live Restaurant Hirakuza in Ginza offers an immersive dining experience, English commentary, and live matches.
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Tokyo Train Etiquette: Rush Hour, Inemuri and the Rules That Keep a City Moving
Navigate Tokyo’s train system like a local. Discover the unwritten rules of rush hour etiquette, women-only cars, the last train (shuden) and inemuri.
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Traditional Japanese Crafts in Tokyo: Kanzashi, Sashimono and Tenugui
Discover traditional Japanese crafts in Tokyo. Explore artisan workshops creating delicate Kanzashi, nail-free Sashimono, and Tenugui washcloths.
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Spring Awakening at Malvern College Tokyo
This year’s Sakura Culture Festival, set for April 4 on the school’s Kodaira campus — an appropriately scenic venue housed in a former university building — promises to be the most ambitious yet.
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For the Folks Back Home: Best Japanese Souvenirs
A curated guide to refined Japanese souvenirs. From traditional crafts to seasonal delicacies, these gifts beautifully capture the spirit of Japan.
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Living in Tokyo: A Guide to Japan’s Strict Freedom
Living in Tokyo reveals a city shaped by subtle discipline, efficiency and shared responsibility, experienced through everyday moments rather than dramatic culture shock.
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Celebrating Ōmisoka: Japanese New Year’s Eve Traditions
Explore Japanese New Year’s Eve traditions, from toshikoshi soba and temple bell rituals to shrine visits and festive customs across Tokyo.
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What is Kabuki? A Lecture on Japanese Culture: Part 1
An introduction to kabuki’s origins, traditions and genres, revealing why this centuries-old Japanese art form continues to captivate audiences today.
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Best Places to Buy Matcha Sets
From budget-friendly starter kits in Tokyo to handcrafted heirloom pieces in Kyoto, discover the best places in Japan to buy authentic matcha sets and tea tools.
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Shrines and Temples in and Near Tokyo
Explore the rich history and serene beauty of Tokyo’s most iconic shrines and temples, each offering unique cultural and spiritual experiences just a short trip from the city.
