Welcome to Japan Real Talk — your daily window into the real Japan.
Not the polished, picture-perfect version you see in guidebooks, but the everyday life, culture, food, and trends that people in Japan actually experience.
I started this blog because I realized how difficult it is to find authentic, up-to-date information about Japan in English.
Most online content focuses on anime, sushi, samurai, or tourist hotspots — but Japan is far more diverse and fascinating.
Here, I share:
- Daily life in Japan that locals take for granted
- Cultural habits and social trends happening right now
- Food, snacks, and drinks that Japanese people truly enjoy
- Cost of living insights and practical tips
- Unfiltered, firsthand perspectives from everyday life in Japan
Whether you’re a Japan fan, planning a trip, or simply curious about how people really live here, this blog is for you.
✦ Who runs this blog?
My name is Taro, a Japanese writer living in Japan.
Because I experience Japanese life firsthand every day, I can share insights that tourists or short-term visitors rarely notice.
✦ What you can expect
- Clear explanations without complicated jargon
- Honest perspectives from a Japanese point of view
- Regular updates with fresh topics
- Easy-to-understand content created for international readers
✦ Why I created Japan Real Talk
I wanted to build a place where anyone can explore the real Japan — the parts of everyday life that guidebooks never mention.
No stereotypes. No exaggerated anime-like images. Just genuine insights from someone who lives here.
Thank you for visiting Japan Real Talk.
I hope this blog becomes your favorite place to discover what daily life in Japan truly looks like.
If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out through the Contact page anytime.