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Why Is “America” Written as 亜米利加 in Japanese?　　　　　　

(And How Is Your Country Written?) Have you ever seen country names written in kanji in Japanese? Not katakana Not English. Kanji At first, it looks serious But once you know the reason, it becomes surprisingly funny. Let’s take a look. 🇺🇸 America → 亜米利加 Yes, this one surprises a lot of people. 亜 = a 米 = me 利 = ri 加 = ka Together: A-me-ri-ka No deep meaning No secret symbolism. Just sound (Although many people still think “America has to do with rice?” ) 🇷🇺

Japan

6 days ago

🇯🇵Kyoto Dialect ② : 〜ひん

Q. Do Kyoto people say “できない (dekinai)” ? A. Yes but very often, they don’t. In Kyoto dialect, negative forms are often softened. Instead of using the standard “〜ない”, people commonly use: 〜ひん〜へん These forms sound less direct and less harsh , which fits Kyoto’s communication style. Basic Pattern Standard J

Jan 29

🇯🇵 Kyoto Dialect ① : 　〜はりますか？

Q, Does Kyoto have a dialect ? A. Yes, it does. → In Kyoto, people basically speak Kansai dialect, which many people outside Japan imagine as “Osaka dialect.” However, the Kyoto version tends to sound softer, more polite, and more indirect . This way of speaking is commonly called Kyoto dialect (Kyoto-ben) . Some key characte

Jan 23

🇯🇵【SHOCKING!】Top 10 Most Popular Anime in Japan Right Now (Summer 2025)

If you think Naruto or One Piece still dominate the anime world in Japan… think again!　Here’s a fresh and surprising list of what...

Japan

Jul 2, 2025

Top 10 Must-Try Japanese Street Foods You Didn’t Know Existed (2025 Guide)

Delicious Hidden Gems Beyond Sushi and Ramen Japan is a paradise for food lovers, but beyond sushi, ramen, and takoyaki, there's a whole...

Travel to Japan

Jun 21, 2025

How to Visit a Japanese Shrine: A Beginner’s Guide to Shrine Etiquette

Visiting a Japanese shrine for the first time can be a peaceful and memorable experience but knowing a few basic manners will help you show respect and feel more comfortable. In this guide, you’ll learn the essential steps of shrine etiquette in a clear and friendly way. 1. Before You Enter: The Torii Gate Bow once before passing through the torii (shrine gate). Walk along the side, not the center of the path — the center is for the gods. 2. Purify Yourself at the Chōzuya (Wa

Japanese Etiquette

Jun 20, 2025