Our Deep Japan storytellers, your Senpai.
Our mission.
Deep Japan is a community-driven tourism platform offering authentic insights into Japanese culture, travel, and everyday life. Our diverse “Senpai” writers—many with over 20 years of living in Japan—share heartfelt stories, practical travel tips, and fascinating observations about the Japan they know and love.
Our mission is to shine a light on the thoughtful traditions and endearing quirks that define Japanese life, fostering a deeper appreciation for what makes this country so beautifully different.
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The concept of enduring difficult or unpleasant situations with patience, perseverance, and self-control. It’s about maintaining composure and forbearance, even when things are tough.
A visual that comes to mind is how people calmly endure jam-packed trains in big cities like Tokyo.
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