Japan Culture

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2025

Ossan Rental: The trend of renting uncles and grandparents in Japan

A Japanese service that turns loneliness into a paid companion — and what it reveals about modern Japan.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2025

What are "kira-kira names" and why is the government regulating them?

From Akuma to Pikachu: how Japan is finally drawing the line on flashy baby names.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2018

10 Japanese martial arts worth knowing

From Judo to Ninjutsu: a friendly introduction to Budo and Bujutsu.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

80 Social networks of Japan

Which networks, apps and platforms are actually used in Japan — from LINE to Mixi.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Hachiko: The story of the loyal dog

How an Akita from Shibuya became a symbol of loyalty in Japan.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Discover the incredible Nagoya Castle

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Curiosities about Shokugeki no Souma

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Robot Restaurant – getting to know the popular Shinjuku destination

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Kasa – umbrellas and parasols that only exist in Japan

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Monster Parents – the monster and overprotective parents

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

8 types of people we encounter on trains in Japan

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

The campaigns to grope breasts in Japan

Análise crítica das campanhas de apalpar peitos no Japão, protestos sociais, machismo e impacto na imagem internacional.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

The streets and traffic in Japan - An example to be followed

Trânsito e ruas no Japão impressionam pela organização, respeito às leis e infraestrutura moderna, servindo como exemplo global de...

Kevin Henrique · Jan 16, 2016

Experiences do not define Japan.

Why a holiday, a language school year, or a factory shift is not enough to explain an entire country.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 16, 2016

Things you didn't know about sports in Japan.

From bukatsu and kendo to sumo, NPB and the Nenrinpics: what really shapes sport in Japan beyond the clichés.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Sutanpu - Tourist stamps and train station stamps in Japan

A small tradition that makes your trip through Japan feel a little more personal

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

How to express longing in Japanese?

Japanese words for a feeling that no single word can capture.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

Yakuza Tattoos: History, Meaning, and Modern Stigma

What irezumi means inside and outside the Yakuza.