The rainy season has officially started in Japan. Summer will be here before you know it; the temperature rises over 100°F, the humidity records near 100% and you are at risk of heat stroke if you stay outside. It is literally difficult to breathe. Additionally, the government now recommends people wearing protective coverings in public to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Wearing face masks...
Have you ever dreamed of changing your clothes instantly with a magic spell? Your wish is granted! Just put a green T-shirt on and turn on the Virtual Background next time you join a Zoom meeting. The Virtual Background is one of the tools Zoom offers. The popular feature lets you hide messy rooms during a meeting or motivate yourself with your favourite image...
Dom Dom Food Service, Inc., a Japanese fast food company, released original face coverings on May 16, 2020. The masks were sold out soon after they went on sale at Dom Dom Hamburger restaurants. Although Dom Dom did not advertise the new merchandise, the adorable mask, accented with its mascot elephant “Domzo-kun,” the masks went viral on SNS. Ms. Fujisaki, the president of the...
As June approaches, our sense of dread is growing. Summer. Summer in Japan is extremely hot and humid, but this year we will continue to wear masks to prevent the spread of the virus. How hot will it be? Would it be unbearably uncomfortable on a hot summer day? Well, this unique facial cover could be a lifesaver. When you travel to Japan, you...
Anyone who’s done business in Japan knows how important first impressions are. Your first encounter with a person often revolves around the business card, or meishi, exchange. If the person you are meeting is higher ranking than you, let them initiate the exchange. If you’re on equal status, either party can start the exchange. Also, if you’re sitting at a table, don’t put your...
Back in 1984 when Casio Databank made its debut, most watches were analog. Casio made a splash with its multifunctional digital watch, which had an alarm clock, stored up to 10 phone numbers, had a keypad, and had a unique, futuristic look. Casio Databank soon became a megaseller. But PCs and cellphones caught up with and surpassed the pioneer wristwatch, and it seemed like...
