The atmosphere of a summer fireworks festival: yukata, food stalls and the final barrage.
New Year in Japan: osechi food, nengajo cards, the first shrine visit and otoshidama.
Rubbish categories, collection days and designated bags - the first rules to learn when living in Japan.
Why the Shinkansen is punctual and convenient, and the joy of eating ekiben on board.
Hot spring etiquette, and why the Japanese see onsen as a place to rest body and mind.
What Japanese convenience stores offer - and the staffing problem behind them.
Why the Japanese love cherry blossoms, and the custom of hanami.