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General culture articles about Japan and Japanese culture.
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The Best Romantic Japanese Dramas – Our List
Are you a big fan of soapy romance stories? What about a few touches of conflicting emotions, passion, and a liberal dose of fun? Let me tell you that Japanese TV shows have the right range of content for you to enjoy all these and much more.
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Best Japanese Movies of All Times by Ratings and Importance
Japan has created some incredibly beautiful, moving, and influential films but which ones are the best? I’ve made this list to answer exactly that, here are the 10 best Japanese movies based on their ratings, importance and just how good they are.
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Everything About Pandas in Japan
Pandas are very popular in Japan. Though few know how this furry, cute animal came to be one of Japan’s favorite symbols.
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Why Taxis Are So Expensive in Japan
According to an article published last year in the Japan Times, the average cost of a 5 km taxi ride in Japan is a staggering $17.7 (¥1,920). This makes it more expensive than any other country in the world except for Switzerland, which clocks in at an even more eye-watering $25.6 (¥2,458).
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Top 10 Beauty Products to Buy in Japan
Beauty that never fades, skin that never wrinkles and hair that’s never frizzy – well, we are not talking about our Disney princesses here – but, we are talking about the J- Beauty products that can make all these beauty goals come true. Japan is known for its innovative and effective beauty product lines that combine the wisdom of traditional Japanese beauty rituals with modern science.
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Top 10 Best Japanese Soccer Players of All Times
Japanese soccer players only started to be recognized about 20 years ago but it seems that every year people start to realize more and more what the Japanese are really capable of. I love football and have been fascinated by the Japanese leagues for years, with more people becoming aware of some of the Japanese talents I finally got around to creating this list for you guys…
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Why Anime Is So Popular in Japan: The Top 5 Reasons Japanese Like Anime So Much!
Anime is an extremely popular form of art in Japan. Millions of people watch anime and read manga in their pastime. Japan is also the global capital of anime. Its local original titles have achieved global success in recent decades. But why do Japanese love anime so much? Well, here are five of the top reasons.
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Best Japanese Online Shopping Sites – Our Top List
Japan has a thriving e-commerce market. Here’s all you need to know about Online Shopping in Japan.
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Weird Japanese Games: Top 10 Strange Video Games From Japan
Video gaming has always been a big industry in Japan. No wonder, some of the biggest games of the PlayStation era, like Final Fantasy and Resident Evil, were created in Japan. Naturally, the Japanese video games reflect the elements of Otaku Culture that make the island country so unique and wonderful.
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8 Facts About Anime in Japan
Anime, sometimes referred to as Japanimation, is a popular form of Japanese illustrated media. Anime is often used interchangeably with Manga, a series of comic books and graphic novels in the country. But why is anime so popular in Japan. Well, here are several facts:
