Amélie Marie Nishizawa
Amélie-Marie is a French writer living in Tokyo since 2013. When she isn't complaining about the price of cheese in Japan, she likes to talk about its culture and society — and always keeps it punny.
Articles
Tweet of the Week #167: Remote Work Ruins Valentine’s Day for Salarymen
A lot of men showed up at the office despite remote work being available. I wonder why?
Tweet of the Week #166: You Can Only Trust Bodybuilders
Illustrator on Twitter draws the types of people we envy and their insecurities.
Tweet of the Week #165: Customers Make Too Much Noise on the Toilet
Customers are tired of hearing others taking care of business on the toilet.
Tweet of the Week #164: University Entrance Exam Mixes American and British English
Students in Japan don't like having a fast-one pulled on them during entrance exams.
Tweet of the Week #163: Celebrating Coming of Age Day in Style
Not everyone wears a traditional kimono or suit to celebrate Japan's Seijin no Hi!
Tweet of The Week #162: New Year and Going Back to Work
How do people in Japan feel about going back to work after their New Year's holiday?
Tweet of the Week #160: The Kanji of the Year is Gold
Is "gold" really how you want to define 2021?
Tweet of the Week #158: Potato Snacks Shrink in Japan
Calbee is making potato chip packages smaller and increasing the price.
Tweet of the Week #157: Back To Office Blues
The state of emergency may be over, but not everyone is itching to get back to the office in Japan.
Tweet of the Week #157: Teen Asks Aquarium For Love Advice—Gets an Answer You’d Expect
An ichthyologist probably shouldn't be your go-to guide on love.
