From the north to the south shores of Japan, there is an abundance of wildlife; Japan is home to different species of flora and fauna from the largest hornet in the world, to the popular tourist attraction of firefly viewing.

Cosplay is the Japanese abbreviation for costume play, cosplay also refers to the totally fun way, of dressing up in costume to resemble anime, manga, sci-fi/fantasy, and video game characters.

Had a stressful day? Would you like to relax and enjoy a warm luxurious bath? What if your bath was made, with ramen noodle soup or coffee? Are you still tempted?

Valentine’s day is a special day of love, in most countries women are excited and anticipate all the love and gifts to be lavished on them. In Japan, it’s the another ketle of fish. Yes the love and gifts will be lavished but its all on the men!

Urashima Tarō the fisherman who’s act of kindness, zoomed him into the future.

If you’re tired of your regular burgers and hot dogs, why not try some delicious Japanese Barbeque this summer!

Tomoe Gozen was a legendary female samurai in Japan, she fought bravely and was victorious in many battles, one of note is the Gempei War.

The tale of the Bamboo cutter, is one of the oldest folklores in Japan.

The Japanese Red Crowned Crane, is one of the rarest and largest specie of Cranes in the world.

The Merchant class in most societies, are regarded as a necessary asset for nation building, this wasn’t so for the Merchants in feudal Japan because money was held in low regard.