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Swearing in Japanese: Why Formal and Informal Speech Is Important
It’s not a word, but the delivery of the language that makes for insulting and derogatory speech.
By Mina Otsuka 4 min read
Just How Many Seasons Does Japan Really Have?
One writer's experience with Japan's temperamental weather.
Why is June ‘The Month of No Water’?
The literal mysteries of tsuyu, the Japanese term for the rainy season.
Tweet of the Week #133: Japanese Nurseries Encourage Positivity
How do nursery schools in Japan speak to children?
Tweet of the Week #132: Rats Biting Cats and Other Japanese Proverbs
What are some of the most well-known Japanese proverbs?
Potsu Potsu: Japanese Words for Rain
What are rain-related sounds and phrases in Japanese?
Tweet of the Week #131: Noto’s Giant Squid Statue Is Not Alone
Noto's giant squid statue is not the only tourist trap in Japan.
Tweet of the Week #130: Man Gets Stuck On a Bidet
We can't even trust the toilets now?
Tweet of the Week #129: Golden Week Downgraded to Gaman Week Again
Governor asks that you please do not go to Kanagawa for fun this week.
Tweet of the Week #128: Creepy Profiles Encountered On Japanese Dating Apps
Don't be this type of guy.
