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Language is a fascinating window into the human experience, allowing us to express a wide range of emotions. When it comes to describing sadness, the Japanese language offers a tapestry of words and phrases, each with its unique shade of melancholy. In this article, we’ll …
Tokyo, Japan’s bustling capital, is a city of endless delights, but the surrounding region offers an equally captivating array of experiences. From historic cities to serene nature escapes, these day trips promise a delightful change of pace. In this guide, we present the five best …
Cup noodle fried rice is an easy way to make fried rice that’s super tasty, and doesn’t use many ingredients. All you need are eggs, one cup noodle, and some rice (left over rice works great!). The beauty of this recipe is that you don’t …
Takoyaki or Japanese octopus balls are an iconic Japanese snack or street food that is filled with octopus chunks, other various ingredients, and topped with sauces and toppings full of umami flavor! Although it’s usually associated as a food eaten outside on the street, it’s …
I’m a huge fan of Trader Joe’s and couldn’t help buying the Ube Mochi Pancake/Waffle Mix when I saw it at the store. Something I miss when I’m living abroad is Trader Joe’s. All of the workers wear Hawaiian shirts and the general vibe of …
Vidalia onions are in season and what better way than to use them in a Vidalia onion soy sauce dressing! It’s not only a dressing but partly pickled and super healthy. The onions are cut into slices and get marinated in a soy sauce dressing. …
Miso Eggplant Stir-Fry Hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during this time! I’m sure many people are stuck at home so I thought I would get back to sharing some recipes. After the pandemic started, I decided to go back for some time to …
In any language, politeness and respect are key elements of effective communication. The concept of “please” is conveyed through various words and expressions that reflect the culture’s strong emphasis on politeness and humility in Japanese. In this article, we’ll explore different ways to say “please” …
Konnichiwa, Tanuki readers! Just as in English, the Japanese language offers an array of expressions to convey joy and happiness. From simple and casual to deeply heartfelt, let’s explore different ways to say “Happy” in Japanese, complete with examples that will hopefully brighten your day. …
Many Japanese learners confuse the verbs “aru” (ใใ) and “iru” (ใใ) which means “to be” or “to exist”. This is because they must be used differently depending on whether or not the object is alive or not. In English, there is no need to be …