Grace Buchele Mineta
Grace Buchele Mineta is a quirky Texan freelancer, living in Tokyo with her Japanese salaryman husband. She runs the blog “Texan in Tokyo”, where she draws comics about her daily life as a newlywed navigating silly cultural misunderstandings as an interracial couple.
Articles
Famous for Being Famous in Japan
Being famous for being famous has got to be the easiest job in the world.
Japanese Politeness: More than just saying “Thank You”
Are the Japanese polite or just cordial for the sake of keeping the harmony?
Help! There’s Underwear On My Balcony!
What's the procedure for returning someone's underwear?
Downplaying Your Foreign Language Ability
When they stop telling you your Japanese is good, then you know it's good.
My First Time Teaching English in Japan
Your first time teaching English in Japan usually involves a lot of blood, sweat and pantomime.
Surprisingly Expensive Things in Japan
Is Japan really as expensive as many people believe?
The Terrifying World of Japanese Horror Movies
Japanese horror movies are a special kind of freaky!
Japan’s Curious ‘Omiyage’ Culture
Next time you're going on a trip, don't forget to pick up that 'perfect' omiyage!
12 Things I Love about Living in Japan
It's not perfect but it's home.
The Stigma Against Teaching English in Japan
Are bad English teachers ruining it for everyone else?
Misplaced Stereotypes Can Ruin Your Trip To Japan
You probably won't find a weird vending machine or professional geisha, roaming the streets of Tokyo.
When Respectful Japanese Isn’t Respectful
There are five forms of keigo but none of them will help me get my package delivered.
