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Things to Know Before Coming to Japan
In this post, I’ll cover the main Dos and Don’ts that a basic Google search will give you. I’ll also share the reality of the advice and whether it’s something you actually need to follow (or if it’s even a thing here). TL;DR: Most of these “rules” boil down to…
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Locations Feature: Kashima, Ibaraki
What is Kashima, and where is it in Japan? First, let’s start with a mini geography lesson. In Canada, we have 10 provinces and 3 territories, yet Japan has 47 prefectures. However, the latter is significantly smaller in terms of land mass. It is ~4,200km from Vancouver to Toronto, and…
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Intro to Basic Japanese
It is true that many people get by in Japan with little to no Japanese. However, there are many situations where you can demonstrate politeness, kindness, and respect with just a few words (or even just one). And, you can make your time easier by knowing at least a few…
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Maps of Japan
Our Story RSVP Home Where to go in Japan When you come to Japan for the first time, most people will tell you to hit the “big three”: Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Honestly, you can be good with just one of those options. These aren’t cities but prefectures (kind of…
