Japanese

Modern Day Orientalism

In recent years, Japan has become a symbol of modern-day orientalism as a result of the West’s obsession with Japanese culture and ways of life.…

April 1, 2024

In an article about the commodification of Matcha, Matcha snacks and treats sit strewn over a green background.

Matcha-do About Nothing

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

America loses sight of matcha’s real merit for easy gratification…

September 6, 2023

A notebook for a Japanese language learner.

Ten Reasons To Learn Japanese

Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University

Have you considered picking up a new language lately?…

June 20, 2023

In an article about Black anime fans, an illustration of three different Black characters drawn in anime style.

Why Do So Many Black People Love Anime?

Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University

As it has become more mainstream in America, Japanese animation has attracted many African American fans.…

March 14, 2023

In an article about words in other languages that have no direct english translations, a field of paper flowers emblazoned with the word 'goodbye' in various languages sits against a black background.

Words in Other Languages With No English Equivalents

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

These terms define universal feelings, yet cannot be universally translated.…

February 21, 2023

Foreign second language choice in college

Exploring Another Language

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

Once you get to college, you can choose to learn a second language, but which should you pick and why?…

January 23, 2023

Japanese Takarazuka Theater Lets Its Participants Play With Gender

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

In this type of performance, women play all the roles, and refreshing performances that mix androgyny and gender expression are sure to ensue.…

January 20, 2022

The Enduringly Toxic Work Culture of Japan

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

Although the country's strict disposition regarding labor maximizes productivity, it also places an unhealthy amount of pressure on its citizens.…

September 19, 2021

Illustration of person listening to podcast to learn languages

A Podcast Might Be the Language-Learning Resource You Need

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

Make the best of your time in isolation by learning a new language.…

January 24, 2021

‘Detective Conan’ Provides a Detailed Look Into Japanese Life

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

The 6-year-old lead character of the long-running manga and anime not only investigates crimes, but the culture of his native land as well.…

June 1, 2020

Karuta Is a Complicated Card Game Guided by Simple Poetry

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

The Japanese pastime requires quick hands and knowledge of literature. …

May 31, 2020

9 Netflix Shows to Boost Your Foreign Language Skills

Victoria Acosta, Southern Adventist University

It’s time to stop limiting yourself to English television and start absorbing that language you’ve always wanted to learn with these binge-worthy shows.…

March 3, 2020

City Pop Is the 40-Year-Old Genre You’ve Never Heard of, Until Today

Isador Pinto, Ringling College of Art + Design

The Japanese genre evokes the sounds of neon city life, and it's starting to make a splash in the West.…

July 27, 2019

‘Terrace House’ Is Much More Than Your Everyday Reality Show

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

Move over, 'Big Brother.' 'Terrace House' is here to stay.…

April 12, 2018

Why You Should Take Japanese in College

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

Contrary to popular belief, Japanese isn’t harder to learn than other languages, it’s just misunderstood.…

July 30, 2016

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