Our Deep Japan storytellers, your Senpai.
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.
Write for us. Tell your story.
Professional writing experience is not required—if you have lived in Japan for at least three years at any point, we welcome you to apply to join our Senpai writer community. Whether you first came to Japan to teach, study abroad, follow a partner, launch a new career, or simply chase a curiosity—we want to hear from you.
There are stories only you can tell, and at Deep Japan, we would be honored to give your voice a home.
Sentaku biyori
In Japan, we don’t say, “Wow, it’s such a beautiful sunny day!” We say, “Wow, it’s the perfect weather for hanging out the laundry!”
Well, that’s a bit of an exaggeration, I admit, but there’s certainly some truth to it. There’s even a word for it: sentaku biyori. Sentaku means “laundry,” and biyori refers to weather that’s perfect for a particular activity.
On sunny days, you’re sure to see freshly washed laundry hanging outside on balconies. I’m not sure how people in other countries usually do their laundry, but personally (and I think a lot of Japanese people can relate to this), I find that sun-dried laundry has a comforting scent that machine-dried clothes just don’t have, which makes it feel extra special.
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