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21 Jun 2024 3 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.03
Kyushu is the southernmost of Japan's 4 main islands and comprises 7 prefectures, namely Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Saga, Kagoshima, Oita, Miyazaki and Nagasaki. It may not be as well known as Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, but is is regarded highly by the Japanese...
19 Jun 2024 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.02
Mr Hirobumi Ito, a native of Yamaguchi, was Japan’s first prime minister. This proud tradition has continued, and even now, the number of prime ministers hailing from Yamaguchi is higher than the number from any other prefecture. But what else is Ya...
19 Jun 2024 2 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.01
Japan is a fabulous place to be for cat lovers. This is the nation that invented cat cafes, an exciting concept popular among locals and foreigners. Since Japanese people love cats, investing some time in cat-related activities may be a great way to...
29 May 2024 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.03
Blessed with a warm climate and surreally beautiful beaches, Miyazaki promises one a lovely vacation. Add mythical cities like Takachiho and Kirishima to the mix, and you are sure to gain lots of fun and positive vibes! Here are five things you shoul...
28 May 2024 2 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.02
When Kumamon - the mascot that was the pride and joy of Kumamoto Prefecture - was catapulted towards popularity the world over, interest in visiting Kumamoto surged among travellers. Indeed, Kumamoto makes for a unique destination as it offers eager...
19 May 2024 3 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.06
Mention Japanese weddings, and the image of a stately couple solemnly going through wedding customs in their traditional kimono at a shrine inevitably comes to mind. However, this is but one of the many ways in which Japanese couples choose to get ma...
8 May 2024 1 minute read 1 comment cryotosensei $0.03
Sometimes, the best way to understand the Japanese is to compare it with another culture. Korea may be Japan's closest neighbour, but the eating habits of the Japanese differ so drastically from those of the Koreans that you will be surprised! Throug...
8 May 2024 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.01
With the advent of the JR Kyushu Shinkansen, travelling to Kagoshima has never been easier. Favorably compared to its sister city, Naples, you can expect mild weather, an active volcano, and - best of all - passionate individuals! Here are five thing...
7 May 2024 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.02
5 May is Children’s Day in Japan. It is a public holiday, though ironically only boys celebrate this occasion. There’s a separate festival for girls. My wife was eager to prove her dedication as a mother. She painstakingly crafted a carp streamer...
6 May 2024 1 minute read 0 comments cryotosensei $0.03
I’m impressed by how my son’s memory works. It strikes him at random moments and holds him captive for the rest of the day. We visited Kagoshima Aquarium last December, of which the highlight was the dolphin show. Look at them soar! The other day,...
