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Author: RoYuMi
Park Ghibli publishes its Illustrated Guide for Visitors
Created in cooperation with Aichi Prefecture, Ghibli Park will finally open its doors on November 1, 2022 in the city of Nagakute, although only three sections of the five planned will open. On October 27, just days before the park’s grand opening, Studio Ghibli shared its very own “Illustrated Visitor’s Guide.” And the coolest thing… Read more
How to study for the JLPT? Recommendations for N1!
If you find yourself preparing to take the JLPT soon, this article on study tips from a person who has passed the JLPT N1 may be of great help to you! The American Jonathan Parecki took his JLPT exam in December 2020 to pass it with the highest score! For him, one of his biggest… Read more
Enso – Symbol of Unity of Life
As its name says (円相) this symbol refers at the beginning and end of all things , the circle of life and the connection of existence. It can symbolize emptiness or fullness, presence or absence. All things can be contained or, on the contrary, excluded by their limits. It is painted in a continuous brushstroke, in a single stroke And… Read more
Negima Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers)
Negima is one of the most popular yakitori dishes in Japan as you can eat them in restaurants or at food stalls in Japan’s well-known “Shoutengai”. They are an excellent snack to eat on the fly if you do not have time to sit down in a restaurant during your visit to Japan. The word… Read more
Empress Suiko of Japan
Japan’s first empress regnant in recorded history Empress Suiko is known as Japan’s first empress regnant in recorded history (rather than an empress consort). He is credited with spreading Buddhism in Japan, increasing Chinese influence in Japan. She was the daughter of Emperor Kimmei, empress consort of Emperor Bidatsu, sister of Emperor Sujun (or Sushu).… Read more
Zen Buddhism and its practice in Japan
Zen is the meditative training of awareness and balance . Practicing it gives insight into one’s true nature or the emptiness of one’s existence that opens the way to a liberated way of life. Zen practice is not based on religious beliefs or doctrines. Strictly speaking, it is not a religion , but an intense… Read more
Sweet Potato Mochi
Today we bring you this recipe for mochi with sweet potato! Sweet potatoes are one of the very characteristic flavors of autumn in Japan. When baked, their sweet flavor is concentrated, making it a delicious snack, especially on cold autumn days. Ingredients for “Imo Mochi” – 1 medium sweet potato (400g approx.)– 1/4 teaspoon of salt– 2… Read more
Japan Airlines Could Be First To Fly New Boom Overture Supersonic Passenger Plane
‘A future where everyone can fly supersonic sustainably’: Japan Airlines could be among first to commercially operate ‘ son of Concorde ‘ plane There is much confidence in the idea that the Overture supersonic airliner , which is in development, will carry 80 passengers at Mach 1.7 , which would be twice the speed of… Read more
Japan’s Top 5 Regional Burgers of 2022
Seikatsu Guide.com, a website operated by Wave Dash Inc. that supports local communities, has announced the Top 5 of its 37th annual “Regional Burger Rankings”, selected with user votes*. Today we are going to tell you a little about these 5! 1. Sasebo Burger Perhaps the burger that Japanese people most often associate with ご当地バーガー… Read more
Hatoshi (shrimp toast)
Hatoshi is a delicious dish, simple to prepare, requires few ingredients, and some are even interchangeable. In this case, we will use shrimp, but it can practically be prepared with other shellfish or fish, resulting in an exquisite dish. Ingredients 4 slices of white or box bread250 g of shrimp / prawns1/2 onion1 egg white2… Read more