[ad_1] The majority of Japanese households are dual-income. Yet when it comes to housework, women in heterosexual marriages still bare the brunt of the labor. A new survey spotlights exactly how little most men in Japan do – and the gulf between men’s and women’s perceptions of work-life balance. Work-life imbalance As Japan’s population dwindles, …
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[ad_1] Thanks to the success of our past meetups, we’re proud to announce GaijinPot Meet 4 on June 15. It’s the fourth installment in our series of casual parties for our users, aimed at those who want to network, make some new friends, or just chat with other foreigners. This time, we’ll be meeting you …
[ad_1] Did you know that you can use Google Pay to buy Japanese products via ZenMarket? The integration of Google Pay aims to enhance your shopping experience with us. We are excited to bring the power and convenience of Google Pay to our valued customers. Google Pay is widely popular among other ZenMarket payment methods. …
[ad_1] On May 27th, Shinkai Makoto’s hit new anime film, Suzume no Tojimari (すずめの戸締まり, called simply Suzume in English-language markets) ended its impressive run at the box office in its home country of Japan. The movie, which released on November 11th, 2022, was in theaters for an extended 198 days; even in its last weekend …
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[ad_1] If you woke up this morning and wondered to yourself, “Who’d win in a beach cleaning contest between dinosaurs and humans,” well – good news! A group in one Japanese city decided to find out. The city of Matsue sits on the Sea of Japan in Shimane Prefecture in southwest Honshu, about four hours …
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[ad_1] One card shop chain’s location is asking visitors to mind their stench. The Akihabara location of Cardland has issued a statement via its Twitter account urging customers to bathe and apply deodorant before entering the store. On May 19, the store’s account @cardland_akiba posted “Due to the rising temperatures, please take a bath before …
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[ad_1] FAQ Q. How to claim my cashback? A. Your cashback will be automatically added to your ZenMarket balance on the day your cahback eligible item(s) is shipped from Japan. Q. What is Mercari and how do I buy from it? A. With more than 20 million monthly users, Mercari is the place to go …
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[ad_1] A visit to Izumo Shrine in Shimane prefecture is not complete without trying Izumo Soba. Soba, or buckwheat, is quite common throughout the country but one in Izumo is a bit unique! Often served in a set of three, these noodles are some of the best in Japan, well-known for their fragrance and dark …
[ad_1] For Studio Ghibli, Japan’s most famous animation house, the Russian connection runs deep. Miyazaki Hayao, co-founder of Ghibli and director of such globally beloved fare as Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, and My Neighbor Totoro, was majorly influenced by Soviet animation during the 1960s. He’s cited 1957’s The Snow Queen (by Armenian director Lev Atamanov) …
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[ad_1] Japan Rail (JR) recently announced a significant price hike to its vaunted Japan Rail Pass. A new survey indicates that, rather than swallow the hike, many prospective travelers may just skip buying it entirely. JR is no exception. The company, which runs the country’s high-speed shinkansen trains service, has for years offered 7-day and …
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