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Jonathan Lopez-Vera has a PhD in Japanese History and an MA in World History from Pompeu Fabra University (Spain). He is a member of the Ethnographies, Cultural Encounters and Religious Missions (ECER … read more

In Japan, there's a holiday, festival or seasonal celebration for every month of the year! December's big holiday is actually New Year's Eve, but in recent decades Christmas—and Christmas Eve—have bee … read more

Taxi TricksJapan is the epicenter of technology, so it's no surprise that even taxis are high-tech there. The rear door on the sidewalk side, where passengers get in, is automated. So while you may be … read more