JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ What Is “Nomihodai” & “Tabehodai“? A Guide to Japan’s Drinking Culture ~ Summary In Japan, Izakaya often offer “Nomihodai” (All-you-can-drink) and “Tabehodai” (All-you-can-eat) courses, making group drinking parties called “Nomikai” both affordable and lively. But be careful not to drink too much.
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ From Kanpai to Etiquette: Understanding “Nomikai“, Japan’s Drinking Culture ~ Summary A “Nomikai” is a Japanese drinking party, often held after work at a “Izakaya“, where colleagues or friends bond over drinks with certain social etiquette. While it helps people open up and relax, it can also bring risks if
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Why Japan Is One of the Most High Context Cultures in the World ~ Summary Japan is one of the most high-context cultures in the world, where much communication relies on unspoken meanings, shared understanding, and non-verbal cues instead of explicit words. This contrasts with low context cultures like Sweden,
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Why Do Japanese People Display “Daruma“? Discover the Meaning Behind Japan’s Lucky Charm ~ Summary “Daruma” is a traditional Japanese good luck charm that symbolizes perseverance and goal setting. People paint in one eye when making a wish and complete the other eye once the wish comes true.
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Japanese Superstition: Plastic Bottles to Keep Pecco Away ~ Summary In Japan, you might spot plastic bottles filled with water placed along streets or near houses. Though there’s no scientific proof, many people believe they help keep stray cats and dogs away.
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Why Japanese Toilets Make Noise: Meet Otohime, the Sound Princess ~ Summary Some Japanese public toilets feature a function called Otohime (the sound function), which plays water or nature sounds to mask bathroom noises and protect privacy. It helps users feel more comfortable, especially in quiet places.
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Japanese Bidet Toilets: Why Tourists Are Amazed by Washlets ~ Summary Japanese toilets often come with a washlet, a built-in bidet feature that lets you clean with water. It’s a super hygienic and comfortable experience with adjustable settings and self-cleaning nozzles.
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ The Sacred Side of Japanese Toilets: From Ancient Rituals to High-Tech Wonders ~ Jomon Period (around 13,000 BCE):Japan’s oldest toilets were known as kawaya, where people relieved themselves directly into rivers. Heian Period (794–1185): Commoners typically relieved themselves outdoors, while nobles used indoor boxes for waste. Kamakura to Edo Period
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Why Japanese Toilets Are So Clean and Comfortable Even in Public! ~ Summary Japanese toilets are famous not just for their high-tech features like heated seats, but also for being clean, comfortable, and free to use, even in public places. This reflects a cultural value of caring for shared spaces
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Chasing Noodles: Discover Japan’s Coolest Summer Food Tradition ~ Summary “Nagashi Somen” is a fun and refreshing Japanese summer tradition where thin noodles flow down water filled bamboo slides and you catch them with chopsticks before eating.
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