Sado Island and its Tarai Bune Boats
Sado Island, off the remote coast of Niigata Prefecture in Japan, is the 6th largest island in the entire country. Sado island is notorious for…
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Explore the culture, lifestyle, and excitement of studying abroad in Japan.
Studying in Japan: Travel Essentials
Leaving your comfort zone for a few weeks to a few months is a life-changing experience. As you prepare to study abroad in Japan, remember…
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Utsunomiya, Gyoza, and the “Venus of Gyoza”
Gyoza, a popular Japanese staple, are dumplings filled with ground meat and vegetables, wrapped in a thin dough. The types of gyoza are sui gyoza (boiled),…
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Cultural Variations in Japanese Classrooms
Every country has its own cultural norms, including Japan. Japanese etiquette and manners are a large part of Japanese society. When preparing to study abroad,…
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Japan Ranked # 2 as a Study Abroad Destination
In today’s modern times, people from all over have become more connected to world events and each other through technology. The younger generation seek opportunities…
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Ikigai: Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life
Ikigai (生き甲斐) is the Japanese theory that means “a reason for being.” The island of Okinawa in Japan is said to have the largest population…
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KCP Alum Brody Stejskal on the “Pomodoro Technique”
One of the hardest things about studying is staying focused. It seems that every time I sit down at my desk and prepare to start…
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All About Bento
A bento box meal is probably synonymous to Japan. Bentos usually contain curry, okonomiyaki (savory pancakes of fish, meat and/or vegetables), tempura (battered, deep-fried seafood…
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