This blog offers real information about "daily" aspects of Japan from my "Osaka-person" perspective. Feel free to send me questions or requests. Follow me on social media! 「大阪人」として「日常的な」日本の情報を発信しています。質問やリクエストはお気軽にどうぞ!SNSもフォローして下さい!
Bubble tea (also known as boba) composed of tapioca balls is becoming more popular in Japan. People may find many bubble tea stores...
Read FullAccording to a television program, Japanese sake is gaining popularity outside of Japan...
Read FullGolden Week (GW) is one of the longest breaks in Japan. It celebrates important national holidays during the week from April 29 to May 5. They include the Emperor's...
Read FullTorikizoku is one of Japan's most well-known izakaya (Japanese-style bar) chains. It serves a large range of yakitori, side dishes, non-alcoholic beverages, and desserts...
Read FullDoutonbori is one of Osaka's most prominent tourist and local attractions. It is a significant entertainment venue in Osaka's southern downtown...
Read FullHideyoshi Toyotomi (1537–1598), a samurai, constructed Osaka castle, one of Japan's most valuable cultural treasures...
Read FullThe Japanese government named a new era or gengou in Japanese, today. The reiwa era will begin on May 1st, precisely one month after the current heisei period ends...
Read FullIn Japan, March 14th is known as "White Day." This day is precisely one month after Valentine's Day. Men return presents (usually "white chocolate") to the ladies...
Read FullThe largest earthquake in Japanese history struck Japan's northeast coast on March 8, 2011. It wreaked havoc on the coastal area, killing thousands of people.
Read FullLet me introduce you to "Kamakura," a ramen franchise that originated in Osaka. When it first started in the 1980s in "Doutonbori," a neighborhood in...
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