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A Cultural Look at Why Presence Sometimes Matters More Than Performance A woman in her twenties once shared a quiet trick she picked up at her company: "When I leave the office, I make sure to leave my computer on. That way, it looks lik...

Why are so many young Japanese women carrying Dior and Louis Vuitton? If you walk through Tokyo or ride the train in Japan, you’ll likely notice something curious: high school or college-aged girls casually carrying Dior, Chanel, or Loui...

From Fashion to Food to Everyday Tech — What Makes Japan So Fascinating Right Now ① Retro Meets Future: The Y2K Fashion Revival Y2K stands for "Year 2000" — and in Japan, styles from the early 2000s are making a huge comeback among Gen Z...

“Are Japanese trains really always on time?”“Do vending machines actually exist on every corner?”“No tipping at restaurants—and still great service?” If you’ve ever wondered these things, you’re not alone—and yes, they’re all true! Hi, I...