Blog - NihongoNana

Discover karaoke culture in Japan, from karaoke boxes to solo “hitokara.” Learn its history, how it works, and why...

Does 面白い mean funny or interesting? Discover how this versatile Japanese word covers both meanings and how context changes...

What I Love About Japan! Discover the beauty of four seasons, delicious Japanese food, and convenient public transportation in...

Why does 青 mean both blue and green in Japanese? Explore its history, cultural nuance, and expressions like 青信号,...

Discover Japan’s Cat Day on February 22! Learn about “nyan nyan nyan” wordplay, Nekonomics, maneki-neko, and why cats bring...

Why do Japanese numbers “talk”? Discover playful wordplay like 2525 ニコニコ, 4649 よろしく, and business codes such as 118...

Feeling stressed? Discover simple ways I refresh. Steam eye masks, swimming, and park picnics. Easy self-care ideas you can...

Improve your Japanese with 〜ば〜ほど. Discover how to form and use “the more ~, the more ~” in natural...

Discover quiet and relaxing hidden spots in Tokyo, including Shinjuku Central Park, Bam Bi Coffee, and the Tokyo Metropolitan...