Japanese Experiences

How to Use a Hair Salon in Japan

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A Guide for Foreign Visitors Getting a haircut probably isn’t the first thing you think about when planning a trip to Japan. But maybe it should be. Japanese hair salons are known for careful consultations, detailed cutting techniques, relaxing shampoo services, and attentive customer service. For some visitors, getting a haircut, color, treatment, or head … Read more

How to Use Purikura in Japan

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A Guide to Japanese Photo Booths If you’re walking through a Japanese arcade and see a row of large, colorful photo booths filled with bright lights and oversized screens, you’ve probably found purikura. Purikura (プリクラ) is much more than an ordinary photo booth. You take photos with friends, choose different looks, let the machine enhance … Read more