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Nature, Urbanization and Kaiju – Exploring Japan through the Scale-It Series

Nature, Urbanization and Kaiju – Exploring Japan through the Scale-It Series

Three posters, one idea: comparing Japan through elevation, construction, and kaiju-sized chaos – from sacred mountains to futuristic towers and giant monsters.  
From Nature to Plate – Our First Poster Series

From Nature to Plate – Our First Poster Series

Discover the story behind our first Otsukatsu poster series: From Nature to Plate. A visual tribute to Japanese food—from wasabi to fugu—told with care, curiosity, and love for the details.

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How to Use ばかりです (Bakaridesu) in Japanese | Just Happened and Repetition

Learn how to use ばかりです (bakaridesu) in Japanese to express that something just happened or criticize continuous actions. Master both neutral and negative uses.

How to Use ようです (You Desu) in Japanese | ようです vs. みたい

Learn how to use ようです (you desu) in Japanese to express impressions and assumptions politely. Discover the key differences between ようです and みたい.

What is Teineigo? Polite Language in Japanese Explained

Teineigo is the base level of polite Japanese using です and ます. It’s used in most daily conversations when speaking with people you’re not close to.

Understanding Keigo: Why Politeness in Japanese Isn’t Just Polite

Keigo isn’t just polite Japanese—it’s a whole system of speech that reflects respect, humility, and formality. Here’s a quick intro before diving into each form.

What is Kenjougo? Humble Language in Japanese Explained

Kenjougo is the form of keigo used to lower yourself when speaking. It shows respect by making your own actions humble, especially in formal or business situations.

What is Sonkeigo? Respectful Language in Japanese Explained

Sonkeigo is the form of keigo used to elevate someone else’s actions. Here’s how it works, when to use it, and the most common respectful verbs to know.