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Why Japanese Packaged Cakes Stay Perfect Even Upside Down

Discover how Japanese packaged cakes, like shortcakes, stay perfect even upside down thanks to advanced packaging technology. Learn why this matters and tips for tourists buying Japanese sweets.

2025.12.26

Culture and Traditions

Understanding Japanese Train Etiquette: Personal Space Matters

Learn why Japanese passengers move seats on trains, how personal space is valued, and what foreign visitors should know to enjoy a comfortable ride in Japan.

2025.09.23

Culture and Traditions

How to Use Self-Checkout at 7-Eleven in Japan 🇯🇵💳

Learn how to use self-checkout at 7-Eleven in Japan. Step-by-step guide for cash, credit card, and IC card payments for tourists.

2025.09.20

Culture and Traditions

The Culture of Helping Others: Quiet Japanese Style Inspired by Matthew 6

Discover the Japanese way of helping others quietly, inspired by Matthew 6. Learn how Japan values subtle acts of kindness over public recognition.

2025.09.13

Culture and Traditions

Why Japan Feels So Quiet: A Guide for Foreign Tourists

Discover why Japan feels so quiet to foreign tourists. Learn about Japanese culture, city planning, and etiquette that make streets, trains, and public spaces peaceful.

2025.09.12

Culture and Traditions

Why Japan Is Still Mostly Cash-Based: A Cultural Perspective for Travelers

Discover why Japan remains mostly cash-based and why handling coins is second nature for locals. Essential tips for travelers to navigate cash payments smoothly in Japan.

2025.09.04

Culture and Traditions

Why Japanese Toilets Are Surprisingly Clean, Even When Free

Discover why Japanese public toilets are clean even though they’re free. Learn how school cleaning routines and cultural values of respect keep Japan’s bathrooms spotless.

2025.09.01

Culture and Traditions

How Japanese People Say “Thank You”: Cultural Differences Explained

In Japan, saying thank you is done with a bow and the words “arigatou,” not with hands pressed together. Learn the cultural difference and the proper way to express gratitude in Japan.

2025.08.29

Culture and Traditions

Water in Japan: Safe, Clean, and Soft

Discover the safety and quality of Japan's drinking water. Tap water is clean and soft, gentle on skin and hair, and convenient for travelers to drink anywhere.

2025.08.27

Culture and Traditions

Safety in Japan: What Travelers Need to Know

Japan is one of the safest countries in the world. Women can walk alone at night, and children commute safely. Learn essential safety tips for travelers to Japan.

2025.08.26

Culture and Traditions