Monthly Archives: January 2016
Kanto versus Kansai: what are the differences?
An old proverb says “A man from the East (“Edokko”; “Edo” is the old name of Tokyo, “Ko” means “child”) matches well a woman from Kyoto”. According to the saying, a strong and open-hearted East man (Edokko) suits well a tender
Introducing Tokyo Design Academy
We are glad to announce that we have a new partner, Tokyo Design Academy.
This school offers many opportunities for all people with the soul of creators and artists. Among its programs are Manga, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Animation … Pretty much
Learn Japanese online: Introducing Japan-Activator
If you are serious about coming to study in Japan, you should first learn … Japanese. Not just because it will make your life easier once you are in Japan. But also because whatever you have learned in your home
J-Pop Idols’ right “to pursue happiness”
Japan is full of paradoxes. That makes it all the more fascinating.
The country of Love Hotels prevents its “idols” to be involved in romantic relationships. That can easily be explained by the fact that those young women should represent purity.