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Food & Drink

Best Ramen in Japan – Top Picks

Ramen (拉麺, ラーメン)is a Japanese noodle soup dish. Inspired from Chinese cuisine, according to Changing Chinese Foodways in Asia, it was first introduced in Japan in the 17th century. It…

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09/09/2020
Entertainment

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…

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24/06/2020
Made in Japan

Top 8 Japanese Laptop Brands

When you think of technology and innovation, Japan ranks high globally. Little wonder then, that for laptops, too, Japanese brands would be trusted all over the world. Here are the…

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27/04/2021
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    Top 10 Best Japanese Soccer Players of All Time

    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.

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  • Entertainment

    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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  • Entertainment

    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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    Finding a Job in Japan: Best Resources and Tips

    Interest in Japan, either for traveling or for living and working, has been growing exponentially over the years. More people than ever now want to go there and be a part of that culture. But managing a job in a new country comes with its unique set of challenges.

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  • Entertainment

    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:

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  • Food & Drink

    Japan’s Bento Box: A Complete Guide to the Japanese Lunch Box

    Japanese cuisine is famous the world over. Whether it’s an exotic plate of sushi or a bowl of steaming ramen, these delicacies are very popular globally. But the Japanese Bento box is not that far behind. Bento boxes have a very rich history too. Well, we will be focusing more on them in this post.

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  • Food & Drink

    Top 5 Coffee Brands in Japan

    My first memories of Japan are stepping off the plane in Tokyo and coming face to face with a line of vending machines jam-packed with canned coffee. Back then I was clueless as to which to buy, but three years on I’ve tried almost every brand of coffee in Japan, and you bet by now I know which is the best.

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  • Culture

    Japan’s Vending Machines: Facts and Images of the Weird Japanese Phenomenon

    Did you know that Japan has the highest number of vending machines in the entire world? Here’s everything you need to know about Japan’s vending machines.

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  • Travel Destinations

    Best Time to Visit Alpine Route in Japan

    The Alpine Route, or the ‘roof of Japan’ is one of the most scenic destinations in Japan. The route consists of a snow corridor set between the road to Toyama and Nagano. Pedestrians can access a section of the corridor around Murodo, a volcanic plateau near Tateyama and a highlight of the Alpine Route.

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    Best Onsen in Japan: Our Top 10 Ranking

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