Tokyo is an ever-changing landscape and nothing brings this point across than a comparison of photos from the past with the present. Below are 16 […]
Tips for job interviews in Japan as a foreigner
Disclaimer before I begin, job positions and companies can vary in terms of recruitment process. This post aims to cover a “typical” example of an […]
The new age of political campaign material?
A Tokyo-based politician has taken an interesting approach for his campaign material. Check out the postcard-sized LINE app clone complete with stamps and dialogue with […]
The Broccoli Terror Incident (ブロッコリーテロ事件)
The Broccoli Terror Incident occurred at the University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus) some 3 years back (on 9th September 2011) and remains a mystery till […]
Tokyo to be Featured in Disney’s Upcoming Marvel Animated Movie “Big Hero 6”
The urban streetscape of Tokyo will form part of the inspiration for the city of San Fransokyo (no prizes for guessing the other city involved) in […]
Recent Prepaid Card Scam via ‘LINE’ Identity Theft and Funny Responses
A recent spate of identity thefts of LINE users has been reported in Japan. Even celebrities have not been spared, as Riisa Naka found out […]
A pictorial guide on sending parcels via JP Post (Yu-Pack)
To send parcels within Japan, you can use the Yu-Pack (ゆうパック) service provided by JP Post. It is convenient, fast and very reliable. You can also […]
Tanabata Festival
Summer is on its way and that means the start of many festivals (祭 – matsuri) once again. One of the upcoming ones is the Tanabata […]