How to study and learn to speak Japanese well

Some tips for learning Japanese while living in Japan

How to Improve Your Japanese

Some common mistakes for Japanese learners and ways to best learn Japanese.

What does “Hatsumode” mean for Japanese people?

Learn about the Japanese New Year’s tradition of “Hatsumode”, the first visit to a shrine or temple for the year.

All About Sushi in Tokyo

Learn about the history of sushi and the best places to get sushi in Tokyo

Everything You Need is Available at Convenience Stores in Japan

“It’s 2:10 a.m. in Tokyo after 18 hours of Olympic coverage and the stores are still open! The shelves are well stocked. What a wonderful place!”