Tag: Japanese culture

  • Joining Clubs and Groups in Japan

    Joining Clubs and Groups in Japan

    It can be hard getting over that language barrier and meeting new people in Japan. But one of the best ways to do it is to join a club or group, so you can bond over your similar interests. Take a look at the full article on the Jobs in Japan blog:https://jobsinjapan.com/living-in-japan-guide/how-to-make-japanese-friends-by-joining-a-club-or-group/

  • 10 Things to Know about Kutaniyaki Japanese Ceramics

    10 Things to Know about Kutaniyaki Japanese Ceramics

    In addition to my YouTube video on the subject, I wrote a short overview about the art of Kutaniyaki for Japan Objects. Here I touch on its history, how it’s made, its signature styles, and other basic elements to get to know the craft. Read the article below:https://japanobjects.com/features/kutaniyaki If you want to buy any kutaniyaki…

  • 5 Iconic Torii Gates in Japan

    5 Iconic Torii Gates in Japan

    Torii gates are the red archways you see all around Japan, signifying the doorway into the spiritual. They are usually found at entrances to Shinto shrines, and some of them tower above us, making for a truly impressive sight. Whenever you come across a torii, it is customary to walk on the left or right…

  • 5 Summer Foods to Cool Off in Japan

    5 Summer Foods to Cool Off in Japan

    One of the things I love about Japanese food is its sheer variety – there’s always so much to choose from all year round. Whereas in the UK I might be limited to a bowl of ice cream to cool off, there are much more fun options in Japan. This is just a small selection…

  • 5 Iconic Great Buddha Statues in Japan

    5 Iconic Great Buddha Statues in Japan

    In Japan, Great Buddha statues are called daibutsu. There are quite a lot of these large Buddha statues around Japan, but these are some of the most iconic ones that deserve to be on Japan bucket lists. See the full article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/5-iconic-great-buddha-statues-in-japan/

  • VTubers Delivering Your Food in Tokyo

    VTubers Delivering Your Food in Tokyo

    Based on a recent press release regarding Yakiniku no Watami, a yakiniku restaurant, I looked at what’s happening with the VTubers who will be serving customers for a limited time in Tokyo. Read the article here: https://livejapan.com/en/in-tokyo/in-pref-tokyo/in-ikebukuro/article-a0005164/

  • Japanese Superstitions: Good and Bad Omens

    Japanese Superstitions: Good and Bad Omens

    Where I come from, broken mirrors and black cats are the obvious superstitions, but what about in Japan? In my piece for Tokyo Weekender, find out why to hide your thumbs in Japan when you see a hearse, or why spider lilies shouldn’t be taken home. Read the full article here:https://www.tokyoweekender.com/2022/06/japanese-superstitions-good-bad-omens/

  • Japanese Recipe Adventures: Hiyashi Chuka

    Japanese Recipe Adventures: Hiyashi Chuka

    My boyfriend doesn’t usually make dinner requests, but as soon as summer hits, Hiyashi Chuka is what he asks for. And I gladly comply, because it’s a wonderfully cool dish that doesn’t require much cooking, making it great for those hot summer nights. See the recipe article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/japanese-recipe-adventures-hiyashi-chuka/

  • Japanese Recipe Adventures: Goya Chanpuru

    Japanese Recipe Adventures: Goya Chanpuru

    When I first tried Goya in Okinawa, I’ll admit it didn’t grip me straight away. Those bitter flavours are not something my British palette was particularly accustomed to. But after some time went by, I found myself craving the Okinawan dish once more! Here’s my recipe for how to make it, published on GaijinPot:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/japanese-recipe-adventures-goya-chanpuru/

  • Japanese Recipe Adventures: Udon Gyoza

    Japanese Recipe Adventures: Udon Gyoza

    While wondering what else I can do with udon other than sticking it in soup, I came across a peculiar recipe for Udon Gyoza. I’ve adapted the recipe a little and figured out some tricks to make it crispy on the outside and spring in the middle, and have ended up with a carb-o-licious recipe…