Best Places To Visit
The debate over the origins of Samurai and Ninja is a never-ending one, but it’s definitely not something you’ll find in any academic text. It’s more likely to be found on forums and comment sections across the internet where people seem determined to prove whether or not these warriors were related before we had concrete…
The most apparent reason for sitting on the ground is that it’s more comfortable than sitting in an uncomfortable chair all day. The ground provides padding and support for your spine while also being cool in summer and warm in winter! But this isn’t all… Other benefits come with sitting cross-legged rather than Western-style, like…
Westerners who visit Japan often find themselves confused about why Japanese people sit on the floor when they eat. This is because tables are much lower in Japan than in Western countries, and many people sit uncomfortably hunched over their food while eating dinner at a low table. However, there is an apparent reason why…
In this blog post, I will talk about the history of the Japanese Ninja. There are multiple myths and theories about who the Ninja was. One of them is that they were mercenaries or Japanese spies during feudal Japan. Another theory is that lords hired ninjas to capture enemy castles, but there is no objective…
Japan has no state religion. There are a variety of religions practiced in Japan, the most popular being Buddhism and Christianity. Religious freedom is enshrined by Article 20 of the Constitution of Japan, which states, “Freedom of religion is guaranteed to all” and “No religious organization shall receive any privileges from the State, nor exercise…
You’ve probably heard the term Yakuza thrown around in movies, television shows, or video games. The Japanese syndicate known as the Yakuza is a criminal organization with a rich history linked to murders, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and more. To this day, the Yakuza are still active in Japan, and with their deep ties to…
Isawa Village in the Aomori Prefecture of Japan is home to one of the few remaining samurai villages left in Japan. The place has a beautiful temple and museum that are well worth visiting if you’re ever nearby. The Samurai were known for their love of nature, so many would plant trees when they farmed…
Have you just accepted a job offer from a company halfway across the world? Are you bored with life and want to start over in a new country? No matter your reasoning, moving to the Philippines is an exciting and worthwhile decision. You will experience great weather, fantastic cuisine, and meager living costs. The Philippines…
Since time immemorial, people have migrated for work. Settling down in a country other than the one you were born in is not a phenomenon of the 21st Century. However, the globalization of the world’s economies and the inexorable spread of corporations has led to a massive increase in corporations establishing regional representation. This, in…
Japan’s academic year is quite different from what we are used to. This can be challenging if you are looking to immigrate with your children or further your studies in Japan, as the system has many differences. So, when does Japan’s academic year generally start? Japan’s academic year begins in April and ends the following…
