Konnichiwa from Japan Switch!We all know that good food doesn't go to the stomach. Good food goes to the heart. As it gets colder Tokyo-side, we're warming up to the idea of Japanese hot pot and more! Ultimate Guide to Japanese NabeSo, you think you...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!Let's dive into this week's comedy-special edition for those of you who want more than a few clips in your feed!The Ultimate Guide to Manzai: No Laughing MatterManzai - a comedic art form deeply ingrained in Japa...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!Japan has a rich cultural history with the paranormal and Halloween, while not traditionally Japanese, is a great time of years that both Japanese people and businesses celebrate! Side note: If you're interested...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!As things start to cool down, many of you may be planning itineraries to travel to and around Japan. We want to start the month off with some of the must see, do, eat, and drink attractions around the country! Le...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!We're all some level of foodie but the real question is - how adventurous are you? Are you game for natto - the stinky (but super healthy) fermented sticky soy beans? How about horse sashimi? Many school students...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!If you're planning a trip around Japan, whether you're here or on the way, here are some of our favorite things to see, eat, and do all over the country that aren't Tokyo or Osaka! You've probably seen every othe...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!"I want to be able to speak Japanese fluently.""I want to watch anime without subtitles." "I want to live in Japan." If you've thought or said any of these things out loud, chances are you've wandered a ways down...

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 & HistoryWhile tattoos are still frowned upon in...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!Let's skip the preamble and get right to our latest articles!How to Say Please in JapaneseUnlike in English where you can simply tack on a 'please' here and there, Japanese has a few ways to say 'please.' The two...

Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!Let's dive into the kimono and a little more of Japan's beaten path! Yukata vs KimonoWhat's the difference? Maybe you've heard that one's heavier and one's more formal. One is associated with geisha and the othe...