Have you ever felt like Alice in Wonderland when visiting a Japanese supermarket? Or found yourself spending more time than you have staring at a package, trying to figure out what the heck you’re looking at? Been there, done that. Don’t feel embarrassed — we’ve all made at least one prayer to… Read
Humans have an exceptional ability to deal with viruses. In most cases, your immune system is able to fight an infection. On the other hand, your body provides a spa-like environment that is temperate and stable, optimal for viruses to replicate. Human behavior, including close contact with animals and frequent… Read
After a random knife assault at a bus stop in front of JR Nagano station on January 22 left one person dead and two injured, Nikkan Gendai (Jan 25) raised the issue of how incidents of this nature might impact on foreign visitors. Nagano, a prefecture in central Honshu, played host… Read
You know you've said it. We all have. “Mmm, that looks so delicious — I want to try some!” That's because when it comes to what we eat, it's not just a matter of taste. What foods and drinks look like — the colors we see before the first morsels… Read
When Elon Musk debuted the Department of Government Efficiency recently at the Capitol, House Speaker Mike Johnson enthusiastically predicted the coming Trump administration would bring “a lot of change around here.” Three weeks in, the change the Trump administration has brought is a disruption of the federal government on an… Read
Are you ready to level up your Japanese skills? Whether you're planning a trip to Japan, looking to boost your career, or simply fascinated by the culture, learning Japanese is now easier than ever — no matter where you are. Welcome to WeLearn Community, an online platform offering Japanese classes… Read
There are a lot of unusual accommodations around Japan, but if you’re looking for one of the newest and most convenient places to stay, you can’t go past Hotel R9 The Yard. This chain with the industrial-sounding name is notable for its unique lodgings, which are made out of storage containers. This… Read
Electrocardiogram tests – which measure the heart's electrical activity – could someday be paired with an artificial intelligence model to detect premature aging and cognitive decline, new research suggests. The study found people with accelerated ECG age had lower cognitive test scores than those experiencing normal aging. Preliminary findings will… Read
One of Earth's most biodiverse marine regions is threatened by the expansion of nickel mining projects in Indonesia, according to a new report. Satellite analysis and on-the-ground visits found a rapid increase in land given over to mining pits in Raja Ampat Regency, a group of tropical islands near West… Read
Sex is an essential topic that will — better sooner than later — come up in your romantic relationship. However, when it involves international couples, language and cultural barriers may make one (or both) of you uncomfortable at times. What language should you talk dirty in and how do you express your… Read