Etiquette

Japanese Onsen Guide for First-Timers: Etiquette, What to Bring, and How to Bathe Like a Local

First Japanese onsen? A Japanese mom explains the etiquette, what to bring, how to bathe step by step, tattoo rules, and tips for visiting with kids.

2026.07.17

Travel & Sightseeing

Sumimasen: The Magic Word That Solves Almost Everything in Japan (From a Japanese Mom)

What does sumimasen mean? A Japanese mom explains how travelers can use this versatile word to say "excuse me," "sorry," and sometimes "thank you" in Japan.

2026.07.13

Japanese Culture & Etiquette

Japanese Restaurant Etiquette: What to Know from Entering to Paying (From a Japanese Mom)

A friendly guide to Japanese restaurant etiquette for first-time visitors: how to be seated, order, use chopsticks, pay, and why no tipping is needed.

2026.07.12

Japanese Culture & Etiquette

Why Are There So Few Trash Cans in Japan? 5 Things Locals Do (From a Japanese Mom)

Why are trash cans hard to find in Japan? A Japanese mom explains where to dispose of waste and five simple habits locals use while out.

2026.07.11

Japanese Culture & Etiquette

Japanese Convenience Store Etiquette: 5 Unwritten Rules (From a Japanese Mom)

Learn five unwritten rules of Japanese convenience store etiquette, from using toilets and checkout trays to eat-in corners and trash bins.

2026.07.10

Japanese Culture & Etiquette