You may have noticed that Chinese, Japanese, and Korean people often argue with each other online or that there are occasional campaigns in one country against another. Why is this…
Last Monday morning, as I was on my way to Narita Airport via the Asakusa Line, an advertisement on the subway caught my attention. "Initial fee: 350,000 yen, Eternal Care…
Chinese culture has garnered increasing attention in recent years. If you are interested in learning more about Chinese literature, don't miss the Four Classic Chinese Novels: Journey to the West,…
Many travelers to Japan may have experienced being turned away at restaurants or other service venues, often without a clear explanation. If you're curious about why this happens, keep reading…
Have you ever wondered about why is everything made in China? Many people believe it’s because China has cheap labor. If you still think this way, you are mistaken. The…
In recent years, some concerning news about Japan has been reported. For example, in 2022, the Japanese yen depreciated dramatically from 115 to nearly 150 JPY per USD. In 2023,…
As a Chinese person, I sometimes get questions from my friends about Chinese characters, like (a) how many Chinese characters are there, (b) how Chinese characters work, (c) how to…