Discover Japanese school life, from traditional school lunches and classroom cleaning to teamwork and responsibility. Learn what makes schools in Japan unique.

Discover the meaning of “〇〇の秋” in Japanese! Learn 4 popular autumn expressions about food, reading, art, and sports, and how people in Japan enjoy the season.

Discover Japan’s adorable yuru-kyara! Learn what these local mascots are, meet famous characters, and explore how they represent different regions of Japan.

Discover 3 must-visit bookstores in Japan, from stylish spaces to affordable secondhand shops, and find the perfect place for your next Japanese book.

Aichi-Nagoya is hosting the Asian Games 2026! I went to watch cross-country and experienced the excitement of seeing athletes compete in person.

Read about my Silver Week in Fuji City, spending time with family, eating sushi and yakiniku, visiting a sento, and going to our family grave.