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Lifestyle 2009-2010
Men in the Teahouse
(March 2010)
The tea ceremony, known in Japanese as sado or chanoyu, has been regarded as an art that is largely preferred by women. In a developing trend, however, a growing number of men are stopping by tea ceremony salons on their way home from work.
Hotpots for Health and Beauty
(March 2010)
No dish is better suited to Japan's cold winter nights than the nabe, or hotpot. Enjoying a huge wave of popularity at the moment are several new types of nabe with soups containing collagen, soymilk, or tomatoes.
Transforming Trucks
(February 2010)
Innovative trucks have been hitting the roads of Japan recently, sporting trailers that have been converted for use as restaurants, offices, and other purposes. Their mobility gives them the advantage of being able to take their services to customers.
B-Grade Cuisine Gets an "A" for Taste
(January 2010)
Home-style dishes previously known only to people in particular regions of Japan are increasingly finding favor nationwide. What these "B-grade" local specialties, as they are known, all have in common is that they are tasty, filling, and reasonably priced.
Virtual Golf Bars
(December 2009)
Golf is one of Japan's most popular athletic diversions. However, it takes a great deal of time and effort. Golf simulators provide an easier option by enabling golf enthusiasts to squeeze in a realistic round on the way home from work or during other windows of leisure time.
Exploring The Heavens From Home
(November 2009)
Japan has a great many astronomy enthusiasts of all ages, and there are over 200 observatories situated throughout the country. This year has seen a surge in both sales of Japanese-made telescopes and the number of stargazers.
Rice-Flour Bread, Pasta, and . . . Jam!
(October 2009)
Rice is a food that is close to the hearts of Japanese people, and has long been used to make mochi rice cakes and other sweets. New technology that allows rice to be milled as finely as wheat has opened up an array of new possibilities for this ancient staple.
Cool Ideas for Hot Weather
(October 2009)
Japanese researchers and companies have used their ingenuity to devise a plethora of products that help to keep people comfortable even at the height of summer, including air-conditioned clothes and beds and odor-free underwear.
Cafes with a Twist
(August 2009)
These days, many cafes provide more than just a place to enjoy a snack with a cup of coffee or tea. A growing number of distinctive "concept cafes" are catering to customers' needs in innovative ways.
The Quest for Beauty Continues Apace
(July 2009)
The pillars of the Japanese beauty industry are its high standards of service and its use of new technologies. Here we highlight some of the new products and services that have found favor with Japan's discerning consumers.
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