English speaking people are particularly lucky. In today’s world, English is the main language of business. Many of us have never bothered to learn another language.
The Complete Guide To Japanese Sake
If you’ve ever eaten at a Japanese restaurant, there’s a very good chance that sake was on the beverage menu. Once made in temples and shrines, it is pronounced “sah-kee”. It is a traditional Japanese drink made from fermented rice. It is often referred to as rice wine, but typically has a higher alcohol content than wine, ranging anywhere from 15%-20%.
Things You Should Never Do In A Japanese Onsen
Japanese onsens have been used as places of healing for around 3,000 years. While they’ve recently become popular with tourists and westerners, these natural hot springs are still considered places of healing first and foremost.
A Truly Adorable Guide to Making Ramen
Those of us who were not fortunate enough to grow up eating home-cooked ramen share a common experience. Sure, we ate ramen for years but we ate it out of a tiny, sad packet and loved it anyway.
To See a Bird, I Will Go Out on a Journey
Yes, I know, it’s not in English. But it’s so pretty! This is a gorgeous example of a simple, informative infographic and flat design done well.
