What is the Japanese army doing in Egypt?
It’s hard to imagine the Japanese Self Defence Force going to war in Egypt. But two officers are heading there to try to keep the peace between Egypt and Israel….
It’s hard to imagine the Japanese Self Defence Force going to war in Egypt. But two officers are heading there to try to keep the peace between Egypt and Israel….
Wild beasts trouble the Japanese in their nightmares, according to a big scientific study of their dreams. By contrast, Americans dream of finding money, being nude and encountering people who…
The international media are using the start of Japan’s new era to look closely at the role of the Emperor. Reporters are interested in the words and gestures used by…
Are Japanese workers are slaves with no mind of their own? Maybe it’s time to rethink the salaryman stereotype. Do you sometimes feel sorry for the poor Japanese salarymen, slaving…
Top of the menu for Japan’s new era: millions more burgers and fries The media are full of excitement about Japan’s new era of beautiful harmony. But what will people…
Some foreigners get fed up with how we’re portrayed in Japan’s media. Either we’re figures of fun or we’re almost completely invisible. It’s rare to see a foreign character in…
Two major sporting events, Japan Rugby 2019 and Tokyo 2020 are just around the corner, with the Osaka World Expo following in 2025. It’s the ideal time to get your…
North Korea still scares Japan but maybe less than before There’s even relief Trump and Kim stopped talking Japan has long lived in fear of an attack by North Korea….
Why are the two countries so different emotionally? People from China often seem puzzled by the emotions of the Japanese and regard them as rather strange. They wonder why the…
“Why don’t we even have the simple choice of whether or not to get married?” asks Yoko Ogawa, who has been in a partnership with a woman for 25 years….
The relationship between Japan and its neighbour South Korea is in a mess. Politicians from the two countries are still disputing events which date back to the first half of…
When the Chinese stage an official event they want everyone to see their smiling, friendly side. That’s not always true for the Japanese. They’re prepared to present their problems to…
This post is a summary of a quite detailed, excellent post from Infocubic Japan, “Info Cubic ─ Online marketing specialists for Japan and beyond” a company I encourage you to check out. The whole post can be read in…
Decluttering guru Marie Kondo has become the most recognisable Japanese woman in the world. A series showing how she helps Americans to tidy their homes has turned out to be…
Japan’s labor laws are vastly different from other countries. Unlike places like the U.S. where employees are sometimes famously fired at-will and without cause, Japan’s laws are designed to protect…