On a quiet, unassuming street in Shibuya, two Swedish flags hang in front of a small concrete shop,…
SNS supports “Korean culture”
“How to make-up like Ulzzang” and “Ulzzang fashion”, these are the title of a lot of magazines for…
Islam in Japan; Let’s Think About Halal Certification
Halal, which refers to food that is cooked and manufactured in accordance with Islamic precepts, means “to be…
Superdry極度乾燥(しなさい)
The Superdry 極度乾燥(しなさい) logo is attached to almost every item in the store, including shirts, pants, sandals and…
Oseibo: a gift that connects a person with another
At the end of the year, tidy wrapped goods—ranging from fruit juices to canned goods to even laundry…
Eating Insects
On May 13, 2013, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced a surprising report. According to the…
Exchange Meeting with Overseas Students at Cookpad
“Make everyday cooking fun!” This is thephilosophy of Cookpad a company that was launched in 1998 by Akimitu…
Deregulation of “Minpaku” from the Owner’s Perspective
Nowadays, it is no surprise to hear non-Japanese conversations in daily life. The number of visitors to Japan…
Finding Pride in Local Agriculture in Nerima
A small vegetable stand is located next to a field, but the seller at this stand is nowhere…