Japan Archive

Expat Life in Japan

Japan has fascinated and perplexed westerners for centuries. It is a country of dichotomies; strikingly modern, yet under the surface, remains conservative and traditional. Japanese gardens, Geisha, and
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Godzilla Hotel

I do not know if I want to stay here because it’s Godzilla hotel! I don’t know if I can wake up to this monster in the morning..
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It’s no exgaggeration to say that cherry blossoms, also known as sakura, are Japan’s national passion. But why? How did Sakura rise to become Japan’s national symbol? How
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Rola is Kawaii

Rola is a super popular Japanese fashion model and TV personality. I learned about her from my dad..apparently my dad likes her. 🙂 Rola is very “kawaii” (cute),
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