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What Japanese Expats Miss Most — Plastic Wrap
July 27, 2026
Does Your Country Have Plastic Wrap Too? Plastic wrap exists in plenty of countries around the world — it's a pretty universal kitchen item. But here's something that might surprise you: plastic wrap is actually one of the things Japanese people living abroad end up missing the most. There are many types of plastic wrap […]
Bath-Cleaning Slippers — A Uniquely Japanese Household Item
July 21, 2026
Why the Japanese Take Their Shoes Off Indoors If you've ever visited a Japanese home, you'll know the first thing you do is take your shoes off at the entrance. This custom goes back a long way, and there are actually a few reasons behind it: Slippers Actually Originated in Japan Out of this shoes-off […]