レストランでごちそうさまと言いますか？：Do you say “Gochisousama” at the restaurant?
In Japan, people often say “Gochisousama deshita” after a meal to show appreciation. However, when dining out, choosing the right timing can be surprisingly difficult.
In Japan, people often say “Gochisousama deshita” after a meal to show appreciation. However, when dining out, choosing the right timing can be surprisingly difficult.
Ritsuko Sensei introduces Japanese symbols of luck and shares her dracaena’s bloom as a hopeful sign.
Sensei Mayu shares her thoughts about the interesting word-use of Utada Hikaru, and how her song“Hikari” can be felt in different ways.
Ritsuko Sensei shares her experience visiting Ghibli Park, a place where nature and the world of Studio Ghibli blend seamlessly.
Shusse usually means career success—but in Japanese, the word also applies to fish. What is that all it means?
At every stage of life, we’re told to engage in another “〇〇-katsu.” But does everything really have to be an exhausting activity?
I Want to Eat That Again! Do You Have a Food That You Miss and Always Remember?
Chiyoko Sensei Shares Her Favorite Foods from Guatemala
Introducing a very fun yet educational book—a modern reinterpretation of the Man’yōshū, translated into Nara (Kansai) dialect.
Have you tried ナポリタン (Napolitan Spaghetti)? Read a short essay about ナポリタン alongside with Furigana and translation.
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