Learn about Japan

Gone are the bowls of tonkatsu and plates of fresh sushi. Okinawan food is something else. Find out more!

Otherwise known as Boke and Tsukkomi Routine, manzai is the country’s wackier take on Straight Man and Wise Guy duo. It has all the premise of an oft-recurring trope in comedy.

Ultimate Guide to Amusement Parks in Tokyo  By The Japan Switch Team Have you heard about the great Tokyo amusement parks? Tokyo is one the most beautiful cities in the world, known for its splendid cuisine, architecture and culture, but it’s also very popular for its theme parks! In Japan, there’s actually a whopping 233

Ultimate Guide to Tokyo at Night By Hei Kin Wong | September 24 2021 Tokyo is one of the best cities in Asia, well known for not only its fantastic food and culture but also its amazing nightlife. The nightlife in Tokyo is certainly one of the highlights for most foreigners living in the city.

The Ultimate Guide to White Day in Japan By Japan Switch Team | September 21, 2021 Do you know what March 14th is in Japan? If you are familiar with Japanese pop culture, you may have heard of this special day.  March 14th is White Day in Japan!  You may have been familiarized with White

Ultimate Guide to Getting Married in Japan By The Japan Switch Team Japan has a rich history, with traditions, principles, and cultural traits that attract many individuals to the country. Getting married in Japan is like a dream come true. Perhaps you decided on Japan for your marriage, but you’re unsure of how the whole process

Ultimate Guide to Horse Racing in Japan By The Japan Switch Team As in many other countries all over the globe, Horse Racing in Japan happens to be a famous and exciting event all across the country. Although the Japanese races differ a bit from those we’re used to in the Western world, they also

Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Japan By The Japan Switch Team | September 8th, 2021 All around the world, Valentine’s Day has been and continues to be a special occasion to celebrate with your significant other, and create quality memories with that special someone in your life. Naturally, every country has its own unique

Ultimate Guide to Summer in Japan By Norie Matsumoto | September 14, 2021  The sound of loud semi bugs, chilled ramune drinks, and cold noodles. If you have yet to experience what summer is like in Japan, you will be surprised to find out that it may be very different from your country. From June