Speaking of Sony, most of us recognise its popular game gadget “PlayStation”. Even if you’re not a gamer, you must know this brand name for home appliances like TVs.But Sony is not only that. In this article, you will know how Sony became a world-famous Japanese brand. From the Founding to the Birth of the…
Watch a few “Get Ready With Me” videos and you’ll notice it: a pastel tumbler, a tiny whisk, and that electric‑green swirl. Matcha showed up uninvited to breakfast and somehow stole the coffee’s seat. Why did this happen—even though most Japanese people don’t actually drink matcha every day? (Day‑to‑day, sencha or hojicha are far more…
Japan next prime minister 2025: Your phone says “Japan picks new prime minister (PM).” Tiny detail—Japan doesn’t vote directly for the PM. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) elects a leader, then the Diet (parliament) chooses the prime minister. That’s why this election matters—and why it’s not the same thing. Below is the pocket guide and…
At first glance, 7-Eleven looks like the ultimate American brand. Neon logo, Slurpees, hot dogs spinning on rollers since the Cold War — it’s all red, white, and blue convenience. But plot twist: today, 7-Eleven is Japanese. Yes, the global king of late-night snacks is run out of Tokyo, not Texas. So technically, every time…
Behind the serious facade of Japan’s government, international media and comedians have often picked up on its stranger-than-fiction moments — from revolving-door prime ministers to bizarre scandals. Here’s how Japan’s politics gets the comedy treatment overseas. The Prime Minister Turnstile ” Japan changes prime ministers like I change socks. “– Common Reddit joke during the…
I’d say Uniqlo is now one of Japan’s global icons—right up there with samurai, sushi, and anime. You think it’s just another fast fashion brand? No, no, no! Uniqlo doesn’t stir up environmental or labor scandals like some brands that have made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Instead, it quietly dominates. In fact, the…
Have you ever wondered which country lives the longest? You’ve probably seen articles or TV programs about it—and Japan almost always shows up at the top. But why does Japan have such a high life expectancy? I’ve been curious about that myself. Is it really true? Many people say it’s because of the food. That…
Some Japanese words are recognised worldwide, like Sushi, Samurai, Karaoke, and Emoji. “Kawaii” is also one of them, indicating cute people or things. Sanrio characters are one of the most iconic symbols of “Kawaii.” Truth be told, I’m a Sanrio lover myself! (I am a 44-year-old woman, in case you’re wondering.) Here in Japan, Sanrio…
Kawaii is one of the Japanese words that goes around the world, representing Japanese pop culture. This word is translated: Why did I feel like writing about the word “Kawaii”?That is because this word’s meaning goes far beyond just “adorable”, and in Japan, kawaii is a social phenomenon. In this article, I want to show…