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🏡 Life in Japan insights? ✅
サラリーマン (Sararīman)
A common word for someone who works full-time in a company. It’s derived from “salaryman,” a word made in Japan. While it sounds familiar, it doesn’t exist in natural English—yet it’s used constantly in Japan.
A common word for someone who works full-time in a company. It’s derived from “salaryman,” a word made in Japan. While it sounds familiar, it doesn’t exist in natural English—yet it’s used constantly in Japan.
June 25, 2025 at 7:59 AM
サラリーマン (Sararīman)
A common word for someone who works full-time in a company. It’s derived from “salaryman,” a word made in Japan. While it sounds familiar, it doesn’t exist in natural English—yet it’s used constantly in Japan.
A common word for someone who works full-time in a company. It’s derived from “salaryman,” a word made in Japan. While it sounds familiar, it doesn’t exist in natural English—yet it’s used constantly in Japan.
マンション (Manshon)
This refers to a modern apartment building, often with good facilities. The word comes from “mansion” but was redefined in Japan. To non-Japanese ears, it sounds like you live in a giant luxury home.
This refers to a modern apartment building, often with good facilities. The word comes from “mansion” but was redefined in Japan. To non-Japanese ears, it sounds like you live in a giant luxury home.
June 25, 2025 at 7:59 AM
マンション (Manshon)
This refers to a modern apartment building, often with good facilities. The word comes from “mansion” but was redefined in Japan. To non-Japanese ears, it sounds like you live in a giant luxury home.
This refers to a modern apartment building, often with good facilities. The word comes from “mansion” but was redefined in Japan. To non-Japanese ears, it sounds like you live in a giant luxury home.
カルテ (Karute)
Used in hospitals to refer to a patient’s medical chart. It sounds English, but it actually comes from the German word Karte. Many Japanese people think it’s international medical jargon.
Used in hospitals to refer to a patient’s medical chart. It sounds English, but it actually comes from the German word Karte. Many Japanese people think it’s international medical jargon.
June 25, 2025 at 7:58 AM
カルテ (Karute)
Used in hospitals to refer to a patient’s medical chart. It sounds English, but it actually comes from the German word Karte. Many Japanese people think it’s international medical jargon.
Used in hospitals to refer to a patient’s medical chart. It sounds English, but it actually comes from the German word Karte. Many Japanese people think it’s international medical jargon.
サークル (Sākuru)
In Japan, this means a university club or student group. It comes from the idea of people gathering in a “circle,” but in English, the word just means a shape—so it often leads to blank stares.
In Japan, this means a university club or student group. It comes from the idea of people gathering in a “circle,” but in English, the word just means a shape—so it often leads to blank stares.
June 25, 2025 at 7:58 AM
サークル (Sākuru)
In Japan, this means a university club or student group. It comes from the idea of people gathering in a “circle,” but in English, the word just means a shape—so it often leads to blank stares.
In Japan, this means a university club or student group. It comes from the idea of people gathering in a “circle,” but in English, the word just means a shape—so it often leads to blank stares.
マスコミ (Masukomi)
Short for “mass communication,” this word refers to the media—TV, newspapers, and entertainment press. It sounds English, but native speakers don’t say it that way. Japanese people often assume it’s universally understood.
Short for “mass communication,” this word refers to the media—TV, newspapers, and entertainment press. It sounds English, but native speakers don’t say it that way. Japanese people often assume it’s universally understood.
June 25, 2025 at 7:58 AM
マスコミ (Masukomi)
Short for “mass communication,” this word refers to the media—TV, newspapers, and entertainment press. It sounds English, but native speakers don’t say it that way. Japanese people often assume it’s universally understood.
Short for “mass communication,” this word refers to the media—TV, newspapers, and entertainment press. It sounds English, but native speakers don’t say it that way. Japanese people often assume it’s universally understood.
Ever been puzzled by Japanese people using “English” words that don’t quite make sense? That’s 和製英語—words borrowed from English (or other languages) but used in uniquely Japanese ways.
Let’s look at a few that often cause confusion. #JapanLife
Let’s look at a few that often cause confusion. #JapanLife
June 25, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Ever been puzzled by Japanese people using “English” words that don’t quite make sense? That’s 和製英語—words borrowed from English (or other languages) but used in uniquely Japanese ways.
Let’s look at a few that often cause confusion. #JapanLife
Let’s look at a few that often cause confusion. #JapanLife
アルハラ (aruhara)
Short for “アルコールハラスメント” (alcohol harassment).
Sadly still an issue in some companies, where people feel pressured to drink at work events. Know your rights if you work in Japan.
Short for “アルコールハラスメント” (alcohol harassment).
Sadly still an issue in some companies, where people feel pressured to drink at work events. Know your rights if you work in Japan.
June 23, 2025 at 7:06 AM
アルハラ (aruhara)
Short for “アルコールハラスメント” (alcohol harassment).
Sadly still an issue in some companies, where people feel pressured to drink at work events. Know your rights if you work in Japan.
Short for “アルコールハラスメント” (alcohol harassment).
Sadly still an issue in some companies, where people feel pressured to drink at work events. Know your rights if you work in Japan.
ワイシャツ (wai shatsu)
Short for “ホワイトシャツ” (white shirt).
It refers to business dress shirts, regardless of color. So yes, even a light blue one can be a “ワイシャツ” in Japan!
Short for “ホワイトシャツ” (white shirt).
It refers to business dress shirts, regardless of color. So yes, even a light blue one can be a “ワイシャツ” in Japan!
June 23, 2025 at 7:06 AM
ワイシャツ (wai shatsu)
Short for “ホワイトシャツ” (white shirt).
It refers to business dress shirts, regardless of color. So yes, even a light blue one can be a “ワイシャツ” in Japan!
Short for “ホワイトシャツ” (white shirt).
It refers to business dress shirts, regardless of color. So yes, even a light blue one can be a “ワイシャツ” in Japan!
ヘビロテ (hebi rote)
Short for ヘビーローテーション (heavy rotation).
Used when someone listens to or wears something over and over. Like: この曲、最近ヘビロテ中！
Short for ヘビーローテーション (heavy rotation).
Used when someone listens to or wears something over and over. Like: この曲、最近ヘビロテ中！
June 23, 2025 at 7:05 AM
ヘビロテ (hebi rote)
Short for ヘビーローテーション (heavy rotation).
Used when someone listens to or wears something over and over. Like: この曲、最近ヘビロテ中！
Short for ヘビーローテーション (heavy rotation).
Used when someone listens to or wears something over and over. Like: この曲、最近ヘビロテ中！
アラサー (arasa)
Short for アラウンドサーティー (around thirty).
Used to describe people in their late 20s to early 30s. Yes, there’s also アラフォー (around 40) and アラフィフ (around 50)!
Short for アラウンドサーティー (around thirty).
Used to describe people in their late 20s to early 30s. Yes, there’s also アラフォー (around 40) and アラフィフ (around 50)!
June 23, 2025 at 7:05 AM
アラサー (arasa)
Short for アラウンドサーティー (around thirty).
Used to describe people in their late 20s to early 30s. Yes, there’s also アラフォー (around 40) and アラフィフ (around 50)!
Short for アラウンドサーティー (around thirty).
Used to describe people in their late 20s to early 30s. Yes, there’s also アラフォー (around 40) and アラフィフ (around 50)!
Japanese people love abbreviations. From fashion to music to workplace lingo, you’ll hear shortened words everywhere.
Here are some commonly used Japanese abbreviations you might not know!
#JapaneseLanguage
Here are some commonly used Japanese abbreviations you might not know!
#JapaneseLanguage
June 23, 2025 at 7:05 AM
Japanese people love abbreviations. From fashion to music to workplace lingo, you’ll hear shortened words everywhere.
Here are some commonly used Japanese abbreviations you might not know!
#JapaneseLanguage
Here are some commonly used Japanese abbreviations you might not know!
#JapaneseLanguage
Total visitors to Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai have now surpassed 8 million!
On June 16 alone, there were around 119,000 general visitors despite the intense 33°C heat.
#Expo2025
On June 16 alone, there were around 119,000 general visitors despite the intense 33°C heat.
#Expo2025
June 17, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Total visitors to Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai have now surpassed 8 million!
On June 16 alone, there were around 119,000 general visitors despite the intense 33°C heat.
#Expo2025
On June 16 alone, there were around 119,000 general visitors despite the intense 33°C heat.
#Expo2025
If you're living in or traveling in Japan, stay updated on weather alerts.
In Kyushu (Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, and Kumamoto) —especially in June 10th— a linear rainband may bring sudden disasters.
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in 24h. Stay safe and avoid risky areas.
In Kyushu (Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, and Kumamoto) —especially in June 10th— a linear rainband may bring sudden disasters.
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in 24h. Stay safe and avoid risky areas.
June 10, 2025 at 8:09 AM
If you're living in or traveling in Japan, stay updated on weather alerts.
In Kyushu (Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, and Kumamoto) —especially in June 10th— a linear rainband may bring sudden disasters.
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in 24h. Stay safe and avoid risky areas.
In Kyushu (Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, and Kumamoto) —especially in June 10th— a linear rainband may bring sudden disasters.
Up to 180mm of rain is expected in 24h. Stay safe and avoid risky areas.
Japan has officially entered tsuyu (rainy season).
Warm, moist air is making the atmosphere unstable, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected through the 11th. Be alert for floods, landslides, and river overflows.
#lifeinjapan
Warm, moist air is making the atmosphere unstable, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected through the 11th. Be alert for floods, landslides, and river overflows.
#lifeinjapan
June 10, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Japan has officially entered tsuyu (rainy season).
Warm, moist air is making the atmosphere unstable, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected through the 11th. Be alert for floods, landslides, and river overflows.
#lifeinjapan
Warm, moist air is making the atmosphere unstable, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected through the 11th. Be alert for floods, landslides, and river overflows.
#lifeinjapan
Younger generations feel the pressure too:
💸 Rising cost of living
🏘️ Lack of support for families
😔 Uncertainty about the future
Many say it’s hard to imagine raising children in today’s Japan.
💸 Rising cost of living
🏘️ Lack of support for families
😔 Uncertainty about the future
Many say it’s hard to imagine raising children in today’s Japan.
June 6, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Younger generations feel the pressure too:
💸 Rising cost of living
🏘️ Lack of support for families
😔 Uncertainty about the future
Many say it’s hard to imagine raising children in today’s Japan.
💸 Rising cost of living
🏘️ Lack of support for families
😔 Uncertainty about the future
Many say it’s hard to imagine raising children in today’s Japan.
The consequences are everywhere:
🏫 Schools are closing.
🏥 Hospitals can’t find staff.
👵 Elderly residents outnumber the young in entire towns.
🚌 Public transportation is disappearing in rural areas.
🏫 Schools are closing.
🏥 Hospitals can’t find staff.
👵 Elderly residents outnumber the young in entire towns.
🚌 Public transportation is disappearing in rural areas.
June 6, 2025 at 7:09 AM
The consequences are everywhere:
🏫 Schools are closing.
🏥 Hospitals can’t find staff.
👵 Elderly residents outnumber the young in entire towns.
🚌 Public transportation is disappearing in rural areas.
🏫 Schools are closing.
🏥 Hospitals can’t find staff.
👵 Elderly residents outnumber the young in entire towns.
🚌 Public transportation is disappearing in rural areas.
Japan’s population is shrinking. What happens next?
In 2023, Japan recorded fewer than 730,000 births — the lowest ever.
The population is aging fast. Nearly 30% of people are over 65.
This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a looming national crisis.
#Japan
In 2023, Japan recorded fewer than 730,000 births — the lowest ever.
The population is aging fast. Nearly 30% of people are over 65.
This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a looming national crisis.
#Japan
June 6, 2025 at 7:09 AM
Japan’s population is shrinking. What happens next?
In 2023, Japan recorded fewer than 730,000 births — the lowest ever.
The population is aging fast. Nearly 30% of people are over 65.
This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a looming national crisis.
#Japan
In 2023, Japan recorded fewer than 730,000 births — the lowest ever.
The population is aging fast. Nearly 30% of people are over 65.
This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a looming national crisis.
#Japan
The survey measured how many high school seniors reached CEFR A2 level (roughly Eiken Pre-2).
The national average was 50.6%. But some prefectures are doing much better.
The national average was 50.6%. But some prefectures are doing much better.
June 4, 2025 at 6:52 AM
The survey measured how many high school seniors reached CEFR A2 level (roughly Eiken Pre-2).
The national average was 50.6%. But some prefectures are doing much better.
The national average was 50.6%. But some prefectures are doing much better.
Japan may look English-friendly with English-signs in trains and English menus in restaurants, but everyday conversation is a different story.
A 2023 survey by the Ministry of Education ranked prefectures by high school students' English ability.
#EnglishInJapan
A 2023 survey by the Ministry of Education ranked prefectures by high school students' English ability.
#EnglishInJapan
June 4, 2025 at 6:51 AM
Japan may look English-friendly with English-signs in trains and English menus in restaurants, but everyday conversation is a different story.
A 2023 survey by the Ministry of Education ranked prefectures by high school students' English ability.
#EnglishInJapan
A 2023 survey by the Ministry of Education ranked prefectures by high school students' English ability.
#EnglishInJapan
For many in Japan, Sazae-san isn’t just a show—it’s a Sunday ritual.
Airing since 1969, it's the world’s longest-running animated series and reflects everyday Japanese family life.
Airing since 1969, it's the world’s longest-running animated series and reflects everyday Japanese family life.
June 2, 2025 at 7:13 AM
For many in Japan, Sazae-san isn’t just a show—it’s a Sunday ritual.
Airing since 1969, it's the world’s longest-running animated series and reflects everyday Japanese family life.
Airing since 1969, it's the world’s longest-running animated series and reflects everyday Japanese family life.
Big change in a piece of Japanese anime history
Ikura's voice in the long-running anime Sazae-san is being replaced—for the first time since 1969!
Reiko Katsura has voiced the iconic "Hai!", "Chan!", and "Babuu!" for 55 years.
#JapaneseCulture
Ikura's voice in the long-running anime Sazae-san is being replaced—for the first time since 1969!
Reiko Katsura has voiced the iconic "Hai!", "Chan!", and "Babuu!" for 55 years.
#JapaneseCulture
June 2, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Big change in a piece of Japanese anime history
Ikura's voice in the long-running anime Sazae-san is being replaced—for the first time since 1969!
Reiko Katsura has voiced the iconic "Hai!", "Chan!", and "Babuu!" for 55 years.
#JapaneseCulture
Ikura's voice in the long-running anime Sazae-san is being replaced—for the first time since 1969!
Reiko Katsura has voiced the iconic "Hai!", "Chan!", and "Babuu!" for 55 years.
#JapaneseCulture
Where to buy starting May 31 🛒
・Unidy Matsudo Tokiwadaira (Chiba)
・Daishin Saiwaicho (Sendai)
🎟️ Coupons at 8am / Sales from 9am
・Ito-Yokado Omori (Tokyo)
🎟️ Coupons at 9:30am / Sales from 10am
Limit: 1 bag per household
・Unidy Matsudo Tokiwadaira (Chiba)
・Daishin Saiwaicho (Sendai)
🎟️ Coupons at 8am / Sales from 9am
・Ito-Yokado Omori (Tokyo)
🎟️ Coupons at 9:30am / Sales from 10am
Limit: 1 bag per household
May 30, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Where to buy starting May 31 🛒
・Unidy Matsudo Tokiwadaira (Chiba)
・Daishin Saiwaicho (Sendai)
🎟️ Coupons at 8am / Sales from 9am
・Ito-Yokado Omori (Tokyo)
🎟️ Coupons at 9:30am / Sales from 10am
Limit: 1 bag per household
・Unidy Matsudo Tokiwadaira (Chiba)
・Daishin Saiwaicho (Sendai)
🎟️ Coupons at 8am / Sales from 9am
・Ito-Yokado Omori (Tokyo)
🎟️ Coupons at 9:30am / Sales from 10am
Limit: 1 bag per household
For the first time, Japan’s emergency stockpiled rice will be sold in stores from May 31.
5kg bags for just ¥2,160—half the usual price (¥4,000–¥5,000)!
#JapanLife
5kg bags for just ¥2,160—half the usual price (¥4,000–¥5,000)!
#JapanLife
May 30, 2025 at 8:07 AM
For the first time, Japan’s emergency stockpiled rice will be sold in stores from May 31.
5kg bags for just ¥2,160—half the usual price (¥4,000–¥5,000)!
#JapanLife
5kg bags for just ¥2,160—half the usual price (¥4,000–¥5,000)!
#JapanLife
Prepare for the season:
-Always carry a compact umbrella
-Invest in waterproof shoes or rain boots
-Use a raincoat or poncho
-Protect electronics with waterproof covers
Rain can be sudden and heavy, so it's best to be ready.
-Always carry a compact umbrella
-Invest in waterproof shoes or rain boots
-Use a raincoat or poncho
-Protect electronics with waterproof covers
Rain can be sudden and heavy, so it's best to be ready.
May 28, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Prepare for the season:
-Always carry a compact umbrella
-Invest in waterproof shoes or rain boots
-Use a raincoat or poncho
-Protect electronics with waterproof covers
Rain can be sudden and heavy, so it's best to be ready.
-Always carry a compact umbrella
-Invest in waterproof shoes or rain boots
-Use a raincoat or poncho
-Protect electronics with waterproof covers
Rain can be sudden and heavy, so it's best to be ready.
In 2025, tsuyu has already begun in some regions:
Kyushu South: May 16
Amami: May 19
Okinawa: May 22
For most of Honshu, including Kanto and Kansai, it's expected to start in early June.
Kyushu South: May 16
Amami: May 19
Okinawa: May 22
For most of Honshu, including Kanto and Kansai, it's expected to start in early June.
May 28, 2025 at 7:40 AM
In 2025, tsuyu has already begun in some regions:
Kyushu South: May 16
Amami: May 19
Okinawa: May 22
For most of Honshu, including Kanto and Kansai, it's expected to start in early June.
Kyushu South: May 16
Amami: May 19
Okinawa: May 22
For most of Honshu, including Kanto and Kansai, it's expected to start in early June.