Daily Life– category –

There’s a moment that plays out daily in offices, schools, and stations across Japan: someone sits down, unwraps their lunch, and… silence. No chatting, no chewing sounds, no slurping unless it’s noodles (that gets a weird pass), and def...

It usually starts with a slight nod. The transaction completes, the screen politely thanks you for your business, and before you know it, the person in front of you gives the ATM a quick bow before walking away. If you’re new to Japan, i...