Only in Japan

This section of our Japan blog takes a closer look at cultural differences such as: Small living, workplace practices, gender roles, everyday etiquette, language barriers, and all other kinds of oddities and kawaii things we come across on our journey.

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Tokyo 2020 Olympics AfterEffects

Interview with a Volunteer Worker at Tokyo Olympic Games.

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What is Scandinavia to Japan? (Before and after life with a Norwegian guy in Tokyo)

Japanese Views on Scandinavia | 5 Common Misconceptions

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Culture Shock Japan | Small Surprises from Everyday Life

10 Cultural differences in Japan that surprised me the first year.

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Best J-Rock Albums of 2020

Top Japanese Rock Albums of 2020 (Hard Rock & Metal)

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Life in Tokyo During a Pandemic Outbreak

How Japan's First Covid Response Felt Like in September 2020.

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Japanese Parenting Issues | Cultural Differences

A conversation about parenting and the educational system in Japan.

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Harajuku (2018) | Film Review & Analysis

A Tale About Dreams of Harajuku & Japanese Escapism

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Kawaii Issues of Escapism & Gender Equality

What is Kawaii? | Part 3: Kawaii Problems in Japanese Society !

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The History of Kawaii in Japan

What is Kawaii? | Part 2: Origins of Kawaii