thinking about getting a tattoo in Tokyo?
Jul 31, 2023 3:06 am
Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!
Here are some of our latest articles to help you with getting inked, learning Japanese, and planning your trip around Japan!
Ultimate Guide to Tokyo Tattoo Art & History
While tattoos are still frowned upon in many establishments around Japan, non-Japanese residents may get special consideration and still be allowed to enter. If you're looking to commemorate your trip to Tokyo with some ink, check out some of the top artists and a breakdown of Japanese tattoos and their history in our most recent article!
How to Say 'Japan' in Japanese
Nihon or Nippon? Both are readings of the exact same two kanji – 日本 – which translate to "origin of the sun," hence the term "Land of the Rising Sun." So why the two pronunciations? It all comes down to historical preference and context. Read on for the full breakdown!
Ultimate Guide to National Holidays in Japan 2023
With one public holiday just passed (Marine Day) and one right ahead (Mountain Day), we thought now would be a great time to revisit the National Holidays Guide! If you're already here or planning to visit Japan anytime soon, knowing when these holidays are can help you avoid the crazy rush all over the country. And we mean it - Japan has a lot of holidays and the Japanese people make every use of them to enjoy various activities around the country. Read on for more!
Side note: If you're planning on visiting Japan, check out Japan Switch's affordable online and offline Japanese lessons and make sure you're ready to shop, eat, and enjoy Japan without the hassle of umming and ahhing through every conversation!
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