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/ WHAT #Japan / 💼 What’s up with Japan’s NO-TIP culture? Tipping is seen as rude! Service is built into the price, and staff pride themselves on doing a great job. If you tip, they’ll return it. Just say "#Arigato Gozaimashita" and smile! 🙏 How'd you show your #gratitude?
Japanese Yen bills

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/ WHAT #Japan / 🌀 What’s WABI-SABI? #Wabisabi is a way to find beauty in imperfections. Cracked pottery? Cherished, not discarded (it's a symbol of history, not a flaw). This #philosophy turns everyday moments into something worth. 🫣 Can imperfections really be beautiful?
wabi sabi wabisabi japanese philosophy example is kintsugi

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wabi sabi wabisabi japanese philosophy example is momijigari fallen leaves

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/ WHY #Japan / 🦄 Why do #ANIME have wild HAIR colors? It started with budget constraints: solid colors made characters easier to animate. Over time, #colors took on meaning: blue for calm intelligence, purple for royalty and so on. 🎨 What color would match your personality?
Pokemon jujutsu Kaisen dragonball naruto one piece bleach

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/ WHO #Japan / 👺 Who's the mysterious man behind DARUMA dolls? It represents a #Zen monk who meditated for 9 whole years without blinking! His focus is embodied in the #doll, symbolizing perseverance and luck. 🔥 Did you know #Daruma dolls are burned once wishes come true?
daruma dolls in japan

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daruma dolls in japan

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#Japan Tutorial: How to #Daruma! When you make a wish, you paint one eye of the Daruma #doll, and once the wish comes true, you paint the second eye as a sign of fulfillment. Then, at the end of the year, you bring it back to the temple for the traditional burning #ceremony.
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/ WHY Japan / ⛩️ Why are #TORII gates always painted RED? 1st: it has spiritual meaning, believed to ward off evil. 2nd: #vermilion paint, mixed with mercury, protects wood from weather and insects, preserving it for centuries. 🔴 What color would you choose to replace #red?
Red torii in a shrine temple in Japan near shiga prefecture

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/ HOW Japan / 🦑🐙 How do you snack on #TENTACLES? In #Japan, dried tako and ika pair perfectly with beer or nihonshu (sake). Fun fact Originally made by fishers to preserve their catch, it's been around for ever. Enjoy it as-is, in broths, or grilled for a smoky #umami kick!
dried fish sealed in a plastic bag in Japan supermarket and convenience stores

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dried fish sealed in a plastic bag in Japan supermarket and convenience stores

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/ HOW Japan / 🔥 How does SHICHIRIN #grill enhance flavors? A #shichirin is a small traditional #charcoal grill, great for fish, yakitori and veggies. Perfect for picnics, its clay body traps heat and its hq charcoal intensifies flavors. 🍢 Ever tasted shichirin grilled food?
#shichirin is a small traditional #charcoal grill, great for fish

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#shichirin is a small traditional #charcoal grill, great for fish

ALT #shichirin is a small traditional #charcoal grill, great for fish

#shichirin is a small traditional #charcoal grill, great for fish

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/ WHICH Japan / 🏮 Which Japanese #LANTERN will light your way? Chochin (img 1) are used for #matsuri festivals, while Andon (img 2) glow in tea houses. Chochin, with #bamboo frames, were even collapsible...perfect for nighttime journeys! 💡 Which lamp would you hang at home?
Japanese paper bamboo traditional lanterns

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Japanese paper bamboo traditional lanterns

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/ WHO Japan / 👁️ Who’s the ultimate master of Japanese HORROR #manga? @junjiitofficial is the undisputed #horror king. From spirals swallowing towns to immortal women driving men insane, every page grips everyone with terror. 👉Which of #JunjiIto’s stories haunts you the most?
Junji Ito horror manga mangaka original drawing in a Tokyo exhibition

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Junji Ito horror manga mangaka original drawing in a Tokyo exhibition

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Junji Ito horror manga mangaka original drawing in a Tokyo exhibition

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Junji Ito horror manga mangaka original drawing in a Tokyo exhibition

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/ WHY Japan / 🌸 Why are Japan STREETS hidden ART galleries? In many cities, #manhole covers are work of art, showing local culture and landmarks like #Osaka Castle or Mount #Fuji. Walking in Japan becomes a visual treasure hunt! 🎨 Have you spotted similar hidden gems?
in Japan manhole covers are transformed into art

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in Japan manhole covers are transformed into art

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in Japan manhole covers are transformed into art

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/ WHY Japan / 🗼Why is #TSUTENKAKU tower a retro symbol? In #Osaka’s #Shinsekai, Tsutenkaku takes you back to a nostalgic post-war era. Built in 1912, it's surrounded by neon lights, food and vibrant street life, blending old and new. ⭐️What hidden gem should we explore next?
Osaka's Shinsekai district, Tsutenkaku tower

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Osaka's Shinsekai district, Tsutenkaku tower

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/ HOW Japan / 🎋 How do #KASHIGATA molds make beautiful sweets? Kashigata (菓子木型) are carved wooden molds for #wagashi sweets. Artisans press sweet bean paste or #mochi into it, shaping oishii nature and luck symbols. 🍁 Which design would you choose for autumn treats?
wagashi japanese sweets wooden mold

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wagashi japanese sweets wooden mold

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/ HOW #Japan / 🏝️ How many #islands can you find in Japan? Often seen as one landmass, Japan is actually made up of over 6,800 islands. Main 4 islands, where most people live and work: > #Honshu (Tokyo, Kyoto) > #Hokkaido (Sapporo) > #Kyushu (Fukuoka) > #Shikoku (Matsuyama)
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/ WHY #Japan / 🌾🏠 Why is #TATAMI so revered in Japan? Tatami: traditional mat made from rice straw and rush grass. Soft (yet firm) its scent and texture offer comfort and nostalgia. 🔁 Did u know? Every 10-20 years, tatami floors get replaced after significant life events.
japanese traditional house with tatami flooring panels

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A cat in a japanese traditional house with tatami flooring panels

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/ WHERE #Japan / 🍶 Where to book a #SAKE #BREWERY tour? Beyond major cities, the best experiences are often in lesser-known regions. Some breweries offer tours and tastings, but others don't accept visitors. 📅 Plan ahead here! t.ly/XUQmL Database by @JSS_Sake_EN
Japanese Sake (nihonshu) bottles

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/ WHAT Japan / 🥷 What did #NINJA do in Feudal Japan? #Shinobi: covert agents skilled in espionage, sabotage and assassination. Their legacy endures in modern military/police training, though their image is now seen in entertainment only, inspiring iconic stories like #Naruto.
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/ WHY Japan / 🏯 Why to visit #OZU? Ozu, Shikoku's hidden gem, is a step back in time. Explore the castle for stunning vistas and the Edo-era Garyu Sanso Villa with its gardens and ponds. + History + Scenery + Charm Discover #Shikoku's allure!
Ozu views of castle and the mountainy surrounding

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/ WHAT #Japan / 🍜🌃 What makes #YATAI unique dining experiences? As you walk through narrow alleys, a friendly vendor invites you to join a peculiar pop-up dinner. You found a Yatai! Tiny food stalls set up in the evening until morning. Where? #Fukuoka at night is the place!
A yatai food stall street food vendor in Fukuoka Japan

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/ WHY #Japan / 💌 Why is MARCH 14th crucial for Japanese guys? Happy #WhiteDay! 🎉 In Japan, ladies take charge on Valentine’s Day, bravely confessing feelings with chocolates. One month later, well… it’s the boys' turn! 頑張ってね! Gambatte ne!
March 14th is white day in Japan

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