Gō ni Ireba, Gō ni Shitagae: Cultural Adaptation in Japanese Tourism
The Japanese proverb “Gō ni ireba, gō ni shitagae,” often translated as “When in Rome, do as the Romans do,” c […]
Rethinking English: Understanding Japan’s “No-English-Needed” Society
In an increasingly globalized world, English is often considered the default language of international busines
Standing Out in Silence: How to Thrive in a Society That Hammers Down the Nail
Japan has long been described as a society where “the nail that sticks out gets hammered down.” This saying—kn