Certain aspects of Japanese culture can seem very foreign to some people. Tatemae is a certain aspect that plays into that. Tatemae is basically what you say to another that would not start a conflict. In the colloqueal, a timed, articulated, untriggerable response.

Many people would like to know some tips about traveling before coming to Japan. There are many things that are different here in regards to travel as well as ways to save extra money if you are on a tight budget.

All the ins and outs you need to know before looking for an apartment in Japan.

We forgot to mention that the Real Estate person that helps you usually charges a rate around the first month's rent. Sometimes they have campaigns at half that price during the off season.

Drinking culture and alcohol is different no matter where you go. Customs around drinking are also very different. Want to know more about this topic inside Japan? Listen in and find out.

Each cultural group has their own superstitions and beliefs. Japan is no exception. What are some of the main cultural differences as it pertains to superstitions?

Most people when they hear the term otaku they immediately think of that friend of theirs that knows a lot of manga or anime. But is it the same in Japan? How do the Japanese view otaku? What does Otaku actually mean?

Anyone in the Anime/Manga community have heard the term Sempai, probably more than once. What is the cultural context? What entails a Sempai? How does it effect relationships in Japan?

Though Japan is a major console gamer country, it doesn't stop there mobile, arcade, and even a little PC is a major part of gaming in Japan. Follow along as we discuss this topic.

You'd be surprised at how the Japanese educational system is different than your home countries. Follow along as we look at Nursery School all the way up to Graduate School in University.

There are many different ways to teach Kindergarten, Elementary, Junior High, and/or High Schools. Some townships use JET, others use Direct Hires, but recently there has been a rise of for-profit Dispatch Companies. They differ to the others in many respects. Follow along as we go in-depth with the differences.