On the Escalator
Standing on the left vs. standing on the right In Tokyo and Osaka, escalator etiquette differs notably. In Osaka, the practice of standing on the…
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Using Touch Panels in Japan
The adoption of interactive kiosks with touch screens panels has surged in retail environments in recent years, with a growing number of businesses integrating this…
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Mobile Phones in Japan
The leading mobile phone providers in Japan are SoftBank (formerly known as Vodafone and J-Phone), NTT Docomo, Rakuten Mobile, and au by KDDI. Additionally, several…
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Essential Transportation Apps for Traveling in Japan
Navigating Japan’s public transportation system, especially with the language barrier, can seem daunting. But with the right navigation apps, it becomes much easier. Here are…
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Traditional Japanese-Style Rooms: Washitsu
Traditional Japanese-style rooms, known as washitsu (和室), feature a distinctive interior design centered around tatami mats, which serve as flooring. These rooms, also called tatami…
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A Guide to Getting a Student Visa to Japan
If you’re planning to study in Japan for more than three months, you’ll need to obtain a student visa. This involves a series of steps,…
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Onsen Etiquette
Visiting a Japanese onsen is a unique and traditional experience, but it comes with specific rules and etiquette that you should be aware of, especially…
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Onsen 101
Japan is a mountainous country, with over 70% of its land covered by mountains and more than 200 volcanoes, many dormant or extinct. This terrain…
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