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Japanese
Discovering Japan’s Sake: A Tasting Journey
Hello, this is Mog. Recently, I've been enjoying getting off the train on my way back from work to explore new scenery. The other day, I found a place where I could casually enjoy sake (nihonshu), so I decided to go in. こんにちは、Mogで... -
Sightseeing
Kochia on Hakodate Mountain, Shiga Prefecture
I went to Hakodateyama in Shiga Prefecture to see Kochia(Summer cypress). When I rode the gondola up the mountain, I found a photogenic landscape. 滋賀県箱館山にコキアを観に行きました。ロープウェーに乗って山を登るとフォトジェニッ... -
Business
Autumn Delicacy: Mom’s Chestnut Treat
Hello. With cooler mornings and evenings, Japan has finally entered the autumn season. This time, I'll talk about a traditional sweet called "Kuri no Shibukawani" (Candied Chestnuts) that my mother always makes when autumn comes. こんに... -
Culture
Functional or Overkill? :Japanese Packaging
Hello everyone, this is Mog 💕Japanese packaging is designed with great consideration for the user. Some might even be a bit over-engineered! 😂Let me introduce you to a few examples today. 皆さんこんにちは、Mogです💕日本のパッケージは、... -
Culture
Bungo Stray Dogs: Bridging Lit & Anime Fans
Have you ever watched the anime "Bungo Stray Dogs"? Many people have developed a greater interest in literature because of this anime. Today, let's talk about the influence of this work and the success of anime voice actors in Japan. 「... -
Culture
Japan’s Ritual-Like Business Card Exchange
Introduction Hello, this is Mog. Today, I'd like to introduce you to the method of exchanging business cards in Japan. How does it differ from your country? こんにちは、Mogです。今日は日本での名刺交換の仕方について、ご紹介します。あなた... -
Culture
How Do We Know Autumn Has Arrived
Introduction Hello everyone, this is Mog. The other day, I enjoyed fireworks at a friend's house. In Japan, fireworks are typically a summer activity. I recently learned that this is unique to Japan 😉 皆さん、こんにちは。Mogです。先日、... -
Culture
My memories of school luches
School Lunches in Japan In Japanese schools, students are provided with school lunches. During the COVID-19 pandemic, children ate individually and silently to prevent infection. Depending on the region, it seems that schools are gradual... -
Culture
Japan’s cashless shift just started
Introduction Hello everyone, this is Mog. 皆さん、こんにちは。Mogです。 In July 2024, new banknotes were issued in Japan, and I was able to get my hands on them recently 👍It seems that not many people have seen the new bills yet, and wh... -
Sightseeing
Savoring Samegai’s Soy Sauce Secrets
Introduction Hello everyone,This is Mog.Today, I'll continue my story about the soy sauce shop I visited in Samegai. 皆さん、こんにちは。Mogです。今回は前回に続き、醒ヶ井で立ち寄ったお醤油屋さんの話をしますね。 Yamaki Soy Sauce Soy sauce...