Culture

Have you ever seen the Reddit threads titled “Japan Zero Racism” attached to a photo of a “Japanese Only” sign? It’s a bitter piece of irony that circulates the internet every few months. Many foreigners arrive in Japan with stars in their eyes. They hear about Omotenashi (hospitality), the low crime rate, and the politeness […]

You live in Tokyo, a metropolis of 14 million people. You are surrounded by crowds on the train, in the streets, and at work. Yet, you find yourself eating dinner alone, scrolling through social media, wondering why it feels so isolating. If you are feeling this “social isolation,” let me tell you two things immediately: […]