Japan is a mysterious country.
Many things in Japan feel natural to Japanese people.
But to visitors from abroad, they can seem surprising, confusing, or fascinating.
Why do things work this way in Japan?
Behind everyday customs, there is always a story — history, culture, and ways of thinking.
I am Japanese, but I have also seen the world.
Through work and travel, I have visited more than sixty countries.
This website is about reading Japan — through culture, comparison, and everyday life.
