Meet our storytellers, your Senpai.
OKAKI-sun
OKAKI-sun
OKAKI-sun
OKAKI-sun

I am the president of the Japan Okaki & Senbei Sommelier Association, an innovative initiative that promotes...

I am the president of the Japan Okaki & Senbei Sommelier Association, an innovative initiative...

I am the president of the Japan Okaki & Senbei Sommelier...

David
David
David
David

  United States of America

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  United States of America

David's Articles

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  United States of America

David's Articles

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Judith Mikami
Judith Mikami
Judith Mikami
Judith Mikami

Hi, I’m Judith Mikami originally from Auckland, New Zealand. I came to Japan about twenty years ago to experience...

Hi, I’m Judith Mikami originally from Auckland, New Zealand. I came to Japan about twenty years...

Hi, I’m Judith Mikami originally from Auckland, New...

Asiantiger
Asiantiger
Asiantiger
Asiantiger

Global business and marketing consultant. I am the author of "Global Artisan (グローバル職人になろう)" and "Global Trade and...

Global business and marketing consultant. I am the author of "Global Artisan (グローバル職人になろう)"...

Global business and marketing consultant. I am the author...

GenS
GenS
GenS
GenS

With my advise, your trip to Japan will be deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep!

  Japan

GenS's Articles

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With my advise, your trip to Japan will be deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep!

  Japan

GenS's...

With my advise, your trip to Japan will be deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep!

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Our Mission.

At the heart of Japan lies the concept of “wa” (和), which means “harmony” and implies a sense of interconnectedness. With close observation, you will notice a subtle yet profound collaboration among people in Japan–from the peacefulness on trains to the collective commitment in keeping public spaces clean. 

In a country where not much is directly said, actions speak volumes. Each individual’s choice creates ripples that can either preserve or disrupt the harmony of the whole. Such awareness shapes a culture where thoughtful consideration guides everyday interactions, resulting in aspects like noiseless stations and litter-free streets.

In many ways, the Japanese identity of “wa” (和) mirrors that of diplomats, constantly striving to nurture harmony by listening twice as much as they speak and recognizing interconnectedness.

At Deep Japan, this philosophy lies at the heart of our work. By embracing the role of “The Great Diplomat”, we aspire to honor the spirit of “wa” (和) and bring the world closer to Japan through heartfelt stories that resonate across cultures.

Word of the Week

Komorebi

This word describes the enchanting scene of sunshine spilling through the leaves of trees, creating a beautiful interplay of light and shadow on the forest floor.

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