Posts tagged common myths about japan
Working themselves to death
Dec 17th
I am sure everyone read on the internet or their local newspaper about some Japanese workers who have actually worked themselves to death. More >
Religion in Japan
Oct 31st
All Japanese are Buddhists. This is a tricky one. Since a large majority of the Japanese population does partake in the many ceremonies that take place throughout the year in Japan. More >
Japan is technologically advanced
Sep 17th
Japan is one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world. Well it is true they do create a lot of interesting electronics but if you ever have to visit the dreaded ward office or department of motor vehicles you will see this is very far from the truth. More >
All Japanese are rich
Sep 4th
This is one that most people think and feel about the Japanese when they see Japanese tourists in their home country. All Japanese are rich. Sorry folks this is just another one of the many myths about Japan. More >
Japan is credit card friendly
Aug 22nd
I won’t need to bring any cash with me I will just use my credit card since Japan is so technologically advanced there should be no problem. Japan to this day is a cash society. More >
Everything in Japan is written in Japanese and English
Aug 17th
Everything in Japan is written in English and Japanese. There is some partial truth to this one. Since in the international airports, large train stations, major roads in major cities etc you will find signs in Japanese and English. More >
Japanese myths: All Japanese girls love foreign guys
Aug 8th
The Japanese girls go crazy for guys who are foreign. I feel that this may be the most painful for a lot of guys going over to Japan but in fact this right now is a myth. More >
Another common myth about Japan is fake degrees.
Aug 5th
You can get a fake university degree online and the Japanese will not know the better. Unfortunately this is and may have never been true. More >
