Is It Hard To Make Japanese Friends?

Portraits of Life in Japan: Controversies & Behind the Scenes Stories

Today I am going to share with you all the behind-the-scenes stories and how Portraits of Life in Japan has had a real impact on my life. According to my analytics, over 600 listeners around the world enjoyed Portraits of Life in Japan over the past six months. I just want to thank you for being here. Although I can't see your faces, I can feel your love and support. Join Portraits of Life in Japan on Patreon by clicking here [https://shorturl.at/eiBZ6]! Follow Portraits of Life in Japan on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/portraitsoflifeinjapan/?img_index=1] Leave your comments and reviews on ⁠Podchaser.com⁠ [https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/portraits-of-life-in-japan-5512643/episodes/portraits-of-life-in-japan-whe-190121357] Music by Jason Shaw on ⁠⁠Audionautix.com⁠⁠ [https://audionautix.com/]

Why Are Food Portion Sizes So Small in Japan?

The Japanese diet is known worldwide for being healthy. Not only are Japanese dishes full of natural ingredients and very nutritious, but Japanese people's attitude towards food is also very meticulous. This mindfulness around food and a healthy diet is one of the reasons behind Japan's low obesity rates. In fact, Japan is among the top 10 least obese countries in the world. While the estimated percentage of individuals with obesity in Japan is expected to be 5.01% in 2024, in the US, 41.9% of adults have obesity. Today I am going to talk about the Japanese diet, including why the food portions here are so small and why Japan is one of the countries with the lowest obesity rates in the world. Join Portraits of Life in Japan on Patreon by clicking here [https://shorturl.at/eiBZ6]! Follow Portraits of Life in Japan on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/portraitsoflifeinjapan/?img_index=1] Leave your comments and reviews on ⁠Podchaser.com⁠ [https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/portraits-of-life-in-japan-5512643/episodes/portraits-of-life-in-japan-whe-190121357] Music by Jason Shaw on ⁠⁠Audionautix.com⁠⁠ [https://audionautix.com/]

Is It Hard To Make Japanese Friends?

Integrating as a foreigner into a new culture can be challenging and frustrating, especially in Japan, where people like to keep harmony among the group and don't feel comfortable complaining or expressing their true feelings. Making friends at work can be even more difficult. In the last company I worked for, the boss gave each one of us a paper in Japanese that said, "Please refrain from talking about personal matters or your private life with your coworkers." Even though overall Japanese people are very kind and respectful, there is also a politeness to their attitude, more than a true intention to make friends. Today I will talk about my first Japanese friend and what friendships with Japanese people are really like. Join Portraits of Life in Japan on Patreon by clicking here [https://shorturl.at/eiBZ6]! Follow Portraits of Life in Japan on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/portraitsoflifeinjapan/?img_index=1] Leave your comments and reviews on ⁠Podchaser.com⁠ [https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/portraits-of-life-in-japan-5512643/episodes/portraits-of-life-in-japan-whe-190121357] Music by Jason Shaw on ⁠⁠Audionautix.com⁠⁠ [https://audionautix.com/]

Why Japanese People Draw the Sun Red

Even though the red sun is in Japan's flag, I was surprised when my Japanese language teacher came up with the phrase "the sun is extremely red" when she was teaching us the word "Makka," which means "extreme red." I raised my hand and asked her, "Isn't the sun yellow? At least that's how I usually draw it." My classmates from other countries agreed with me. And they added, "Kids draw the sun yellow with a smiley face." The Japanese teacher didn't know about this. "Kids in Japan draw the sun red or orange," she replied. Today we are going to explore the meaning of the color red in Japanese culture. Join Portraits of Life in Japan on Patreon by clicking here [https://shorturl.at/eiBZ6]! Follow Portraits of Life in Japan on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/portraitsoflifeinjapan/?img_index=1] Leave your comments and reviews on ⁠Podchaser.com⁠ [https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/portraits-of-life-in-japan-5512643/episodes/portraits-of-life-in-japan-whe-190121357] Music by Jason Shaw on ⁠⁠Audionautix.com⁠⁠ [https://audionautix.com/]

My First Time at a Japanese Onsen

Going to an onsen can be a nerve-wracking experience for some foreigners. The idea of taking a bath with a bunch of strangers can be overwhelming for some of us, especially if we are going to stand out for our Western features, which will draw more attention to us. Today I am going to share with you all the details about my first time going to an onsen. Join Portraits of Life in Japan on Patreon by clicking here [https://shorturl.at/eiBZ6]! Follow Portraits of Life in Japan on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/portraitsoflifeinjapan/?img_index=1] Leave your comments and reviews on ⁠Podchaser.com⁠ [https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/portraits-of-life-in-japan-5512643/episodes/portraits-of-life-in-japan-whe-190121357] Music by Jason Shaw on ⁠⁠Audionautix.com⁠⁠ [https://audionautix.com/]