When people think of the Japanese language, they often imagine the standard Japanese (標準語, hyoujungo) spoken in Tokyo. However, Japan is home to an incredible variety of dialects, or hōgen (方言), each with its own unique history and expressions. If you're planning to travel across Japan, […]
Travelling to a foreign country you have never visited before can be quite daunting, especially if you don’t speak the language. Every international traveller has at least some level of anxiety about communicating effectively with Japanese residents, and it can add unnecessary stress to an otherwise […]
Today we’re happy to introduce you to Kirsty Wilkinson, a Japan, Europe & UK Food, & Wine Export Specialist, Japanese Language & Cultural Expert, Disability Advocate & Paragolf player. Hi Kirsty, thank you for your time today! Could you please introduce yourself and share a bit […]
