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Sashimi is not sushi.
Sushi has become one of the most popular Japanese foods, and loved by people all over the world. ...
  • Food
What is the difference between bushi and samurai?
I thought there was almost no difference, but to be exact, there is. In kanji, it may be easie…
  • History
Difinitions of shogun
Shogun is usually translated as "generalissimo." It was originally a temporary title given by the e…
  • History
”Kawaii” This is how I use
Though kawaii is now used worldwide, as a Japanese man, I do not use the word very often. Because i…
  • Social Concepts
Tai sea bream a symbol of auspiciousness
In Japan, tai is used both as a general name for saltwater fish of the family Sparidae and specific…
  • Nature
Amakusa Porcelain Stone
Amakusa is in the south-west part of Kumamoto. For me, Amakusa is well known for its beautiful ocea…
  • Daily use items
What is origami？Its history and usages including purification
Origami is the traditional Japanese art of folding paper into various shapes such as birds, animals…
  • hobbies
What is the difference between owan,chawan and yunomi？
My answers are: Owan contains soup.※an owan contains miso soup.Chawan rice（or tea）.※a chawan…
  • Food
What is Kyoto？These answers may help to get it.
What is Kyoto？ ...
  • enjoyable places or events
Takoyaki stands are closing, which is no problem for Kansai people
Takoyaki are getting known by non-Japanese as one of "B-grade cuisine", cheap but tasty local food.…
  • Food