Unique Japan

Paper or Plastic? I bet people are getting sick of being asked this question. I’ve been asked numerous times here in Japan. Every time I was asked, I gave it a good amount of consideration and usually end up with going with plastic. Is plastic better? I don’t know.

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Socrates said, “The more I learn, the more I learn how little I know”. This is how I feel when it comes to learning Kanji. Though I’m Japanese and have been using Kanji for the past few decades, every now and then I make new discoveries and fascinating finds in the world of Kanji. We’ve been talking about children on this blog, so I thought it would be appropriate to share what I found recently.

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The masterful art of Japanese calligraphy turns stiff letters into swift brush strokes, creating powerful movement and revealing an elusive energy. Unfortunately for those of you who use the English alphabet, the Japanese writing system can be rather complicated. That’s why I’d like to share a few secrets about Japanese writing.

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Graduation is a pinnacle moment in many societies, and Japan is no exception. While many students might be celebrating countless accomplishments, friendships, and great memories, there is one more important thing left to do for Japanese girls. They have to get a button!

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