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What does Oshiage mean?

August 27, 2015October 21, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Ever felt like drowning yourself in the ocean to appease a magic sky daddy? Me neither.
Let’s learn about Oshiage – home of Tokyo Skytree! Continue reading What does Oshiage mean?

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What does Azumabashi mean?

January 1, 2015October 31, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Azumabashi is one of the biggest tourist spots in Tokyo. The bridge is named after a little known shrine. Continue reading What does Azumabashi mean?

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What does Komagome mean?

September 21, 2013October 17, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Komagome is on the Yamanote Line. Besides that and the etymology, that’s about all I know about this part of town. Continue reading What does Komagome mean?

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What does Adachi mean?

July 16, 2013October 4, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Adachi is a very ancient place name that is now generally associated with the Japanese equivalent of “white trash.” Continue reading What does Adachi mean?

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What does Kasumigaseki mean?

May 2, 2013October 20, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Today’s Tokyo Place Name is a Freakin’ Mystery. Oh, and we’ll hear about a dude I like to call “Captain Japan.” What does Kasumigaseki mean? Continue reading What does Kasumigaseki mean?

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