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Lisa Wallin

A certified traveloholic, Lisa had traveled to or lived in a whole slew of countries before calling Japan home. She has an unquenchable thirst to learn about the world and is a stickler for facts and authenticity. As a result, her writing provides insights on topics ranging from the quirky and rare to easy-to-unpack explanations of Japan’s more complex customs and practices. She’s practically an encyclopedia. Her knowledge of Japan is only dwarfed by her love of Instagram Shiba inu videos and Japanese metalcore.

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Articles by Lisa Wallin

Kubota Sake Asahi Shuzo

4 Reasons We Love Kubota Sake

Weekly Japanese Idiom: “Gyuinbashoku” — Eating like a Horse

Weekly Japanese Idiom: “Gekkahyoujin” — A Heaven-Sent Matchmaker

Weekly Japanese Idiom: “Kachoufugetsu” — The Beauty of Nature

Photographer Irwin Wong Documents the Rich Traditions of Japanese Craftsmen in New Book "Handmade in Japan"

Japanese Holidays: What is “Keiro no Hi” (Respect for the Aged Day)?

Weekly Japanese Idiom: "Furouchouju" — Eternal Youth and Longevity

Forever Connected: Yakushiji Temple in Nara Links People to the Past, Present and Future

Weekly Japanese Idiom: "Taifu-ikka" — After the Rain Comes Sunshine

Find Your Fall and Winter Favorites at Filmelangé

Stay Informed with NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Weekly Japanese Idiom: "Yudantaiteki" — Proceed with Caution