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What Life’s Really Like for Japan’s Wealthy Class
A noble class still exists in Japan. They are not crazy rich, like being depicted as making a mess by power of money in some movies probably. Most of them look modest and behave modestly, and so, it's very difficult to spot them out. -
Why Hokkaido Has the Best Ramen in Japan
The most popular Japanese noodle dish is definitely Ramen. Nobody would argue against it. These days, Japanese Ramen restaurants open even in Manhattan. For your information, one of such restaurants gaining momentum overseas, "Ramen Santouka" originates in Asahikawa (our hometown), though their NY shop is located a little outside of Manhattan. -
Can You Explain Why You Like What You Like?
【We can't even explain our own taste】 Why do we like what we like? This question has been always stuck in my head. For example, I like curry but don't want to eat it every day. On the other hand, I eat cereal every morning, though I do... -
How to Look Great in Video Meetings
【The trick to have a good conversation】 Do you know the secret to having a good conversation on the first date? At least in Japan, I believe many people know it: You must reserve seats facing the same direction first and foremost! Do y... -
Why Do Male Peacocks Have Colorful Feathers?
Why do the colorful feathers of male peacocks attract female peacocks? Some people may accept the simple explanation: "Because they are beautiful," but I never did. In all through my school days from primary to university, I was an enthu... -
The Secrets of Inflation in Japan You Didn’t Know About
【Tragic inflation will attack Japanese school kids】 Are bananas categorized as snacks for a trip? I ensure this phrase never fails to make Japanese people laugh. Give it a try if you have any Japanese friends. Japanese elementary schoo... -
Why Do We Love Wood Rather Than Stone, Bronze, and Iron?
【We Hokkaido people reach enlightenment by clearing snow】 Nothing can stay the same. This is very famous Buddhist terminology, meaning "Life is fleeting and empty." Even on weekend, I always wake up very early and leave home before six... -
Hokkaido Acorn Trees (Oak) Make Good Japanese Whisky and Furniture
Do you know what we used as a point of reference to find stag beetles gather? It's acorns. Yes, it's oak trees where stag beetles are gathered. In Hokkaido, there are many oak trees, and they grow not only stag beetles but also the industry of whisky and furniture. -
Discover What It’s Like to Tour a Furniture Factory in Hokkaido
Asahikawa is one of the five major furniture production areas in Japan. Then, why not use the advantageous position for local community revitalization? Our chairman's new challenge has just started to make this wooden furniture company a fun place where many people want to go. In fact, we always receive many favourable reviews and comments for our factory tour. Why don't you try it out? -
Breaking Beauty Stereotypes: Embracing Diversity Over Lookism
It is said that about 30% of agricultural output is thrown away as a non-standard product in Japan. Now the sugar level of some fruits is measured by an optical sensor. The technological advancement has resulted in increasing the amount of food waste, unfortunately.