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- Tokyo 2020: Make the Most of a Spring like No Other
- At a time when Tokyo residents would normally be poised to flood the city’s parks for grand hanami parties, the government of Japan has asked potentia
- Shibuya Scramble Square: Tokyo’s Newest Rooftop Observation Deck
- Location, location, location. It should come as no surprise that this classic real estate adage also applies to skyscraper rooftop observation decks.
- How to Learn Japanese the SMART Way
- When learning Japanese, motivation and excitement is highest when you’re a beginner. It’s easy to chart your progress, and your world noticeably expan
- Tips and Thoughts on Cycling in Japan: A Tadaima Japan Roundtable Discussion
- So far, the Tadaima Japan team has tackled the highs and lows of using trains and automobiles in Japan. For this roundtable discussion, we’re sharing
- 3 Applications That Will Help You Read Japanese
- After coming to grips with the soul-crushing inevitability of having to memorize over 2000 kanji characters, the next wall of frustration that Japanes
- 5 Unforgettable Japan Travel Experiences
- If you live in Japan long enough, fond memories and unforgettable experiences tend to pile up like plates at an all-you-can eat conveyor belt sushi re
- Tips and Thoughts on Driving in Japan: A Tadaima Japan Roundtable Discussion
- Japan is famous for its comprehensive, efficient, and punctual (for the most part) public transportation system. However, when it comes to reaching mo
- 5 Experiences within Walking Distance of the New National (Olympic) Stadium
- The 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games will be here before we know it, and if you’re lucky enough to have tickets for this historic event, chances are you’ll be
- The 3 Most Useful Japanese Learning Apps on My Phone in 2020
- I've been augmenting my Japanese studies with technology ever since I brought my trusty iPhone 3G from the States to Japan when I moved here in 2009.
- Japan Origin Stories: How, When, and Why We Came to Japan
- With a combined experience of nearly 35 years living and working in Japan, Amelie, David, and I figured it was high time we had a roundtable discussio
- The 5 Most Effective Flash Card Programs for Learning Japanese
- Everyone who studies Japanese uses different methods, techniques, and tools to achieve mastery. However, ask around, and you'll find that most learner
- Three Days in Kamiyama, Tokushima: A Rural Revitalization Success Story
- Ryuji Nakayama is a man on a mission. After toiling away for 21 years as one of Japan’s salarymen, Nakayama-san found himself captivated by the alluri
- A Conbini Lunch on the Go: A Tadaima Japan Roundtable Discussion
- Japanese convenience stores, known locally as “conbinis,” are legendary for their amazing selection of tasty treats. Conbinis are an obvious choice wh
- Rikugien: Experiencing History and Tradition under the Autumn Leaves
- Rikugien is one of nine Tokyo Metropolitan Cultural Heritage Gardens and one of the most popular spots in the city to enjoy Japan’s famed autumn color
- Dealing with Medical Emergencies in Japan: A Tadaima Japan Roundtable Discussion
- In this epilogue to our health care roundtable series, my colleagues and I discuss what to watch out for when you need urgent care in Japan. Once agai