Arts and Culture
Kimigayo: A Guide to Japan’s Controversial National Anthem
A dive into the shortest, most contentious national anthem in the world.
By Jack Richardson 15 min read
Reiwa: A ‘Beautiful Harmony’ of Japanese Words Old and New
The new era is an opportunity to learn about majestic words both common and obscure.
6 Hollywood Ripoffs of Japanese Anime and Manga
Hollywood’s three biggest fails and three biggest blockbusters based on anime and manga from Japan.
Why You Need to Experience Kagura, Japan’s Oldest Performance Art
When demons invite you to dance, you obviously say yes.
Japanese Visual Novels: What They Are, Plus 5 Reading Recommendations
A guide to Japanese visual novels and suggested game titles to get you started.
7 Food Theme Parks and Museums in Japan for the Hungry Traveler
Take a culinary adventure to these Japanese destinations where playing with your food is encouraged!
5 of the Best Japanese Manga for 2019
Solid writing and incredibly original ideas make these titles required reading.
5 Movies Based on Japanese Anime and Video Games Coming in 2019
These anxiously awaited movies should be popular with super fans and do their source material justice.
5 Japanese Films to Put You in the Oscars Mood
Have a personal Academy screening at home with these awards-worthy drama features from Japan.
Netflix’s Queer Eye is Filming Episodes in Japan Right Now
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaas!
5 Misconceptions About Shibari, Japanese Rope Bondage
Think shibari is only for freaks and sadists? Think again!
A Race Across Japan to See its Last Original Castles
A cross-country culture trip through Japanese history was slightly mad but changed the way I travel.
