EtiquettesShoe Etiquette in Japan: Where, When, and Why to Take Off Your Shoes
A Japanese Explains! Learn where, when, and why to take off your shoes in Japan — plus 5 common mistakes and tips to avoid them.
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Etiquettes10 Train Etiquette Fails That Will Make You Stand Out in Japan
A Japanese Explains! Discover 10 common train etiquette mistakes in Japan that often confuse foreign travelers. Learn how to ride like a local and avoid social slip-ups.
EtiquettesOnsen Etiquette Mistakes: 7 Things You Should Never Do in a Japanese Hot Spring
A Japanese Explains! Learn the 7 biggest onsen etiquette mistakes foreign travelers make—and how to avoid embarrassment at Japan’s hot springs.
FoodsFast Food in Japan: 34 Must-Try Chains for Travelers
A Japanese Explains! Discover 34 Japanese fast food chains that are tasty, cheap, and perfect for travelers. A must-read food guide.
FoodsHow to Find the Best Places to Eat in Japan – Like a Local
A Japanese Explains! Learn how to find great restaurants in Japan—without getting stuck in tourist traps. Discover the tools and tips locals actually use.
Travel to JapanWhere to Stay in Japan: A Local’s Guide to Hotels, Ryokan, and More
A Japanese Explains! From capsule hotels to luxury ryokan, learn where to stay in Japan based on your travel style, budget, and expectations.
Travel to JapanThe Ultimate Guide: 42 Things to Know Before Traveling to Japan
A Japanese Explains! From hot springs to tipping, trash bins to tattoos—these 42 tips will help you avoid surprises and enjoy Japan like a pro.
FoodsJapanese Food: What to Eat—and When to Go Big or Keep It Simple
A Japanese Explains! Not every dish needs a fancy restaurant. Learn which Japanese foods are good anywhere—and which are worth the splurge.
EtiquettesCulture? Bad Manners? – Why Japanese People Slurp Noodles
A Japanese Explains! Why slurping noodles in Japan is totally normal—except when it’s not. From soba to spaghetti, find out what’s okay to slurp and what might earn you silent stares.