Japan is famous for its green tea. If you ever drink tea in Japan, it’s most likely green tea...
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You Really Thought You’d Escape From Hay Fever in Japan?
It’s hay fever season in Japan again. Does this concern you? If you’re a tourist, yeah, maybe. If...
8 Reasons Why Japanese Wear Surgical Masks
I’m sure you’ve seen them. I’m sure you’ve heard about them. I have to admit that I was quite...
Top Japanese Skin Care Products
You probably already know that Japanese women – or Asian women in general – are really...
How Dangerous Is Air Pollution in Japan?
People often ask me if it’s safe to visit Japan. Of course, most are referring to the 2011...
7 Things You Should Know About Japanese Hospitals and Medical...
Since moving to Japan many years ago, I’ve been to a lot of Japanese hospitals and visited...
6 Dangerous or Annoying Insects (and Other Pests) in Japan
If you’re planning to come to Japan in summer, there’s something you should know about...