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How Takuma Tani Broke Masculinity Norms Through Lolita Fashion in Japan

June 18, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

In a culture where unity mostly overpowers individuality, Takuma Tani stands as a beacon of authenticity and courage as the 47-year-old Japanese father flouts gender norms and societal expectations by embracing Lolita fashion, a subculture rooted in Victorian and Rococo aesthetics. His journey, which began at the age of 34, is not just about fashion—it’s about self-expression, … [Read more...] about How Takuma Tani Broke Masculinity Norms Through Lolita Fashion in Japan

5 Surprising Reasons Japanese Communication Feels Fuwafuwa

What about life for foreigners in Japan? One of my American coworkers said, “The Japanese language is ふわふわ fuwafuwa.” He wanted to say the Japanese language is vague and unclear. For foreigners, the Japanese language may be frustrating because we don’t say something directly. Even I am sometimes confused after having conversations with clients like […]

16 Common Yakuza Tattoos And Their Meaning

The tradition of Japanese tattooing, known as Irezumi, has been inseparable from the Yakuza from the beginning of time. During the Edo period (1603 until 1868), criminals were tattooed in the hands of authorities using a method called bokkei. They were branded as a criminal using these tattoos back in the day, which made it […]

Japan Invents Electric Salt Spoon That Boosts Flavor Without the Sodium

In an increasingly health-conscious and diet-aware world, foodies and health experts alike are seeking smarter ways to enjoy flavor without the cost of excessive salt. The electric salt spoon, a revolutionary innovation that has the potential to change the way we taste, is the solution. Developed in Japan by Kirin Holdings in partnership with Meiji […]

15 Countries And Their Typical School Uniforms

Schools in many countries around the world require their students to wear uniforms. This practice can be traced all the way back to 16th century England and the Christ Hospital School in London which in 1552 was the first school to introduce uniforms. Since then many debates have been had whether or not wearing uniforms […]

Iaido–The Ancient Art of Swordsmanship Entering a New Age

For those who have never heard the word, Iaido is a Japanese martial art which trains you, in both body and mind, how to properly use a Katana for self-defense. Despite the world-wide popularity of the iconic Japanese sword, Iaido is one of the lesser known Japanese martial arts, often lumped together with Kendo or […]