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1 day ago · And Japanese people follow it as the norm. The group harmony of Japanese society applies in daily life, sports, and the workplace, and people will behave humbly and respectfully. In Japan, the group comes before the individual, and people conform to the norm. From a very young age, people learn discipline and respect, which is why there are ...
5 days ago · Discovering Kyoto’s Family Attractions. While Tokyo steals the spotlight, Kyoto is equally charming and offers unique family-friendly attractions. Start by immersing yourselves in the city’s rich history by visiting historical sites that are perfect for families. Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and Nijo Castle are just a ...
2 days ago · Tokugawa Ieyasu (born Jan. 31, 1543, Okazaki, Japan—died June 1, 1616, Sumpu) was the founder of the last shogunate in Japan—the Tokugawa, or Edo, shogunate (1603–1867). Early life Ieyasu was born into the family of a local warrior situated several miles east of modern Nagoya , one of many such families struggling to survive in a brutal ...
2 days ago · The next step in our 14-day Japan itinerary is Matsumoto. There’re many Samurai Castles scattered across Japan and you should visit at least one during your 14 days in Japan. We opted for the castle in Matsumoto as it is one of the few remaining original castles. Most other castles you will see are reconstructions.
4 days ago · Two of the regular blogging themes on City-Cost each month cover the expat experiences of working in Japan and family life in Japan. Many of us have written about the fact that those two things don't often gel together here very well – things like the work-life balance, inability to
21 hours ago · It's estimated that 13,000 out of 50,000 with roots in Okinawa died during fierce battles between Japan and the United States in 1944. The number of survivors is steadily declining.
4 days ago · My Most Recent Trip to Japan and the journey of "coming out" to my extended family
