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What’s in a Japanese Meal that Makes People in Japan Slim? 20 Aug 2013 | 06:23 pm
Did you know that the Japanese people have the longest life span on earth? Studies have proven that they live longer and are healthier than any other race. The Japanese diet has a lot to do with it. ...
Praying in Japanese Shrines and Temples 2 Aug 2013 | 01:47 pm
People are fairly familiar with how praying is done. In Japan however, there are certain practices that need to be observed when praying in shrines and temples. Knowing just what to do before going ma...
Visa Requirements for Traveling to Japan 27 Jun 2013 | 05:17 pm
The recent confusion with regards to the news that spread online about the supposed lifting of visa requirement for Filipinos traveling to Japan warrants a timely reminder of the country’s official vi...
Samurai – Those Who Serve 31 Mar 2013 | 07:25 am
Samurai refers to the warrior class which existed during pre-industrial Japan. This group is composed of men who serve the nobility in close attendance. In time, it became synonymous to the upper cl...
A Quick Japan Travel Safety Guide for Aussies 23 Mar 2013 | 04:37 pm
Japan is one of the most attractive destinations for Australians – and other nationalities, for that matter. Japan is the epitome of a developed Asian nation, and with its own particular quirks, the J...
The 5 Best Travel Shows To Learn From 5 Mar 2013 | 12:43 am
Tucked deep within the dark recesses of most everyone’s psyche, a yearning to see the world and learn things firsthand through experience resides. Some people go for it – taking a leap of faith and de...
Why Japan Does Not Have a Military 28 Feb 2013 | 08:18 pm
For a highly developed country, it is quite surprising why Japan does not have its own army. The reason points to history and events that Japan has tried to make amends for. However, the country doe...
Unsual Japanese Customs From A Western Perspective 13 Feb 2013 | 09:54 am
Japan is known for being a land of contrasts. Attracted by this fact, more than 2 million tourists arrive in this country every year, using one of the many low cost airlines that offer flights to Japa...
Standard Japanese Etiquette 31 Jan 2013 | 07:56 pm
Like in any other country in the world, Japan observes certain standards that govern social behavior. These are standard Japanese etiquettes which are expected to be observed by locals and visitors a...
The Japanese Tea Ceremony 26 Jan 2013 | 04:11 am
Image: adaaran Japan takes pride in its observation of many ceremonial preparations. One of this is the Japanese Tea ceremony which serves powdered green tea, confections, and a light meal. Tea cere...
