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Dialects and words such as “Thank you” and “Hello” spoken by Okinawans

There are probably many people from overseas who work in Okinawa. There are also many foreigners who visit Okinawa for sightseeing. Okinawa is a land where a culture different from that of mainland Japan has taken root, and is known for its frequent use of “dialects” that differ from the standard language used by people […]

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Symbolism of Pine, Bamboo, and Plum (Matsu・Take・Ume)

Exploring the Symbolism of Pine, Bamboo, and Plum (Matsu・Take・Ume): Beyond Rank and Order

Have you ever seen the ranking system in Japan, such as Matsu, Take, and Ume? Sushi, eel, and other restaurants are sometimes ranked as Matsu, Take, or Ume. It is difficult to know which is better than which, and it is a little confusing. Plum is cheap but a little difficult to order, I want

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Strange Customs and Culture in Japan making a sound eating noodle

Japanese customs and culture that foreigners found strange when they came to Japan

Customs and culture differ greatly from country to country. In Japan, too, there are customs and culture that are completely different from those of Western countries and other countries, and visitors to Japan are often surprised by them. Some people may say, “I am planning to stay in Japan for a long period of time,

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The image of foreigners

The image that Japanese people have of foreigners and foreigners have of Japanese people

Different countries have different appearances and values. In cases where people stay in Japan for a few months to a few years, they are often puzzled by the differences in national characteristics. Just as there is an image of Japan, Japanese people also have an image of foreigners. If you are aware of these values,

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