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Let’s take a look at Japan’s most popular dating apps.   10 dating apps to swipe right or left to find the person of your dreams here in Japan. You have moved to Japan, believing that the dating scene here would be excellent and full of new opportunities. You might have been hoping to find the perfect Japanese person for you and things leading to a happy ending or at least some fun for a while. But then…you arrive, realize not a lot of people speak English, their schedules are super busy, and the dating style is a little different...

Valentine's Day is a day when you celebrate love and often give someone a nice gift. In Western countries both men and women participate in this event. Guys everywhere go into a tizzy before Valentine’s Day. It can be hard to pick out just the right gift, or plan the perfect date. In Japan things are a bit different though. Japan is a relatively new player in the Valentine’s game, but they've managed to come up with their own style of celebrating Valentine's Day. First off, women are the usually ones who have to give gifts at first on Valentine's...

What are Tatami Mats? Tatami mats are the traditional rice straw mats that originated in Asia and have been used most recognizably in Japan. They are made by weaving long thin strips of rice straw, then cutting them into pieces for final use. Tatami mats can be placed on the floor to sleep on, to sit on for meditation or as a bed to sleep on during warmer weather. Tatami mats were originally used to cover the dirt floor in the traditional Japanese residences. It was not until 1644 when they began using tatami mats as seating surfaces and sleeping...

When is the Best Time to Visit Japan? Japan is amazingly popular throughout the year, but for different reasons. Spring and early summer are some of the busiest travel months because it is such a beautiful time to spend watching the cherry blossoms bloom all around the country and enjoy the long sunny days. But Fall is a great time to visit because of the changing leaves that are typically on display during this season. The colors that change during this time of the year add life to nature's scenery & it's a great time for capturing photos in them....

1. The History of Japanese Pajamas The history of Japanese pajamas is a story that is as complex and nuanced as the culture that created it. The garment was originally worn by noblemen for their lounging and sleeping needs, but over the centuries, pajamas have evolved in design and purpose. Today, people wear them to sleep, lounge around, or attend to their children’s bedtime rituals. In Japan, pajamas are called yukata or jinbei. Yukaya are always one-piece garments with wide sleeves and are traditionally made from cotton or silk fabrics in bright colors. Yukata are popular for both formal wear...