Don Quijote’s 152 Yen (Around 1 Dollar) Beer: The Surprising Story Behind Its Plain Design Walk into any Japanese supermarket or convenience store, and you’ll see beer cans screaming for attention—gold, silver, black, white, red, green, you name it. Some feature cute animals, others bold logos or quirky dancing characters. …

A swarm of earthquakes has been shaking the waters near the Tokara Islands, with over 500 tremors recorded in just eight days. As of today, June 28, 2025, the region has experienced 13 more earthquakes, and the activity shows no signs of stopping. Since June 21, this relentless seismic event …

New “Fist of the North Star” Anime to Premiere in 2026 After 18-Year Hiatus 『北斗の拳 -FIST OF THE NORTH STAR-』のキービジュアル（C）武論尊・原哲夫／コアミックス, 「北斗の拳」製作委員会（オリコン） Great news for anime fans: a brand-new “Fist of the North Star” anime, titled “Fist of the North Star -FIST OF THE NORTH STAR-”, is officially set to premiere …

Understanding Self-Harm Among Japanese Women: Cultural, Social, and Personal Factors Self-harm, particularly wrist cutting, is a complex and deeply personal issue affecting many Japanese women. This behavior stems from a blend of cultural, social, psychological, and gender-specific influences, compounded by individual experiences. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind …

On June 25, 2025, the Japanese idol group TOKIO shocked fans by announcing their disbandment on their official website. The group, made up of members Shigeru Joshima, Masahiro Matsuoka, and Taichi Kokubun, declared, “We have decided to disband as of today.” Official Statement on Disbandment In a statement titled “Notice …

Overview of the Memorial Ceremony On June 23, 2025, a memorial ceremony took place at Peace Memorial Park in Itoman City, Okinawa, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II’s ground battle in the region. The event was attended by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Okinawa Governor …

We want to inform you that the Saitama Prefecture Product and Tourism Association, a nonprofit organization, aims to attract foreign tourists visiting or planning to stay in Tokyo to Saitama Prefecture by utilizing its potential as a location close to Tokyo. To achieve this goal, we will establish the “Saitama …

HUGE Co., Ltd., which operates 32 restaurants across Japan, including Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, and Okinawa, is opening its first restaurant in Kyushu called “The CRAFT Bar and Grill” on June 8, 2023 (Thursday). The location of the restaurant will be on the first floor of Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City. HUGE …

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Gachi (がち) Meaning: Seriously Romaji: Gachi Hiragana: がち Katakana: ガチ Kanji:/ What does Gachi mean in Japanese? “Gachi” is a word derived from the abbreviation of “gachinko(ガチンコ),” which means “seriously,” “earnestly,” or “with all one’s might.” In recent years, it has been spreading rapidly and is becoming more popular than …