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Vegan ramen has become easier to find in Japan as food choices slowly change. Traditional ramen usually uses pork broth, chicken stock, or fish-based sauces. Today, plant-based versions can be found in major cities and popular tourist areas. These bowls focus on vegetables, soy products, and miso-based broths instead of meat. As a result, it’s...

The Kairo are small, portable heating pads people can use as hand warmers. They are designed to provide steady warmth for several hours and are commonly placed inside clothing or attached to garments. Kairo are inexpensive, easy to use, and sold in convenience stores, supermarkets, and pharmacies nationwide. While simple in appearance, they play an...

The University of Tokyo is Japan’s most respected national university. Students from Japan and around the world hope to study there. The school offers strong education, research opportunities, and paths to top careers in business, government, science, and academia.

March is one of the most exciting months in Japan. Winter starts to fade, and spring slowly takes over the scenery. Festivals, cultural events, and seasonal traditions fill the calendar. It is a month full of movement, color, and anticipation.

Famima Convenience Wear is a clothing line from FamilyMart, one of Japan’s biggest convenience store chains. The line includes everyday basics like socks, T-shirts, pants, underwear, and accessories sold alongside snacks and drinks.

We all know that one special highlight of Japan is its warm and thoughtful service, which visitors can experience almost everywhere they go. Yet, tipping in Japan is not part of everyday culture and can sometimes even be seen as rude. So why is that? Let’s find out!