The sexy slice-of-life odd-couple comedy about Shinichi Sakurai, an introverted college student, and his buxom, bubbly classmate Hana Uzaki who teases him to no end, has gained a solid fan base. However, Uzaki’s depiction and character design have been at the center of a debate (more on this below) which initially began in Japan and is now brewing mostly on English-language … [Read more...] about Cosplayer and media personality Kaho Shibuya weighs in on the Uzaki-chan debate
Why are there no fat people in Japan?
TOKYO| In Japan, being thin isn’t just the price you pay for fashion or social acceptance. It’s the law. So before the fat police could throw her in pudgy purgatory, Miki Yabe, 39, a manager at a major transportation corporation, went on a crash diet last month. In the week before her company’s annual health check-up, Yabe ate 21 consecutive meals of vegetable soup and … [Read more...] about Why are there no fat people in Japan?
Koi Fish Living In Japan’s Drainage Canal Due To Cleanliness
How lovely is that? Imagine your country bing as clean as Japan to the point where you see fish living and swimming in the street drain canal? When it comes to cleanliness, Japan is at a whole other level. The Japanese are known to practice cleanliness regardless of location and we're taught to do so at a young age. Children volunteer monthly to pick up litter from the … [Read more...] about Koi Fish Living In Japan’s Drainage Canal Due To Cleanliness
What is Natto and why is It super-healthy ?
Fermented soybeans, also referred to as natto, are a traditional Japanese dish and an ingredient in many others. Natto is also quite nutritious and imparts plenty of health benefits that make it as beneficial to your health as it is tasty. Soybeans are a versatile ingredient, used to make a variety of different foods prevalent in both Japanese and Western cuisine. These … [Read more...] about What is Natto and why is It super-healthy ?
HOW TO STAY IN JAPAN (legally) with your Japanese wife
Do YOU want to live in Japan? If so, tell me why in the comments! And of course feel free to leave any questions about what life in Japan is like as well. I hope this video was informative and maybe even helpful to some of you. What's crazy is we JUST got the envelope back saying that my husband's new card is ready for pickup! Haven't gone yet but seriously hoping for that 3 … [Read more...] about HOW TO STAY IN JAPAN (legally) with your Japanese wife