Japan
日本
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Language...
Want to learn Japanese? This is the place to start for speaking, reading and writing, gaining qualifications and external resources to help you on your way.
Travel...
Travelling to Japan? Our guide to Japanese Islands, Regions, Prefectures, Cities and Towns... when and where to go, how to get there and what to do once you arrive.
Food & Drink...
For those foodies among you, get some insight to the culinary delights of Japan. Japan is probably most famous for sushi, but that is just a small part of what's on offer.
Culture...
Samurai, sumo, geisha, ninja, sushi, zen, manga, baseball, origami... whatever you expect from the Japanese there is certainly more to surprise and astound you.
Work...
Japanese work culture is one of the most intense in the world, be sure you know what is expected before you go. Better to impress than inadvertantly cause offence!
Everything you need to know about finding work in Japan, work etiquette and conditions. How to make the move and what to expect when you get there.
Anime & Manga...
Akira, Ghost in the Shell, One Piece, Death Note, Bakuman... whatever your favourite might be, and even if you still don't know, find everything you need about Japanese comics and cartoons here.
Resources...
A wealth of information, third-party applications and websites to compliment your Japanese learning experience on Purseglove.com