“Urusai(五月蠅い)” and “Yakamashii(八釜しい)” are substitute characters（当て字） invented by Natsume Soseki.

Interesting stories about “substitutes.” “The Prince and the Beggar,” “Substitute Exams,” and “Substitute Appearances”

What is a linear precipitation band? Here’s an easy-to-understand explanation.

Interesting Etymologies and Origins of Japanese Words (Part 3)

Interesting Etymology and Origins of Japanese Words (Part 2)

Japanese lawmakers, both national and local, are the highest paid in the world! Shouldn’t they be unpaid or volunteers at low pay?

AI-drawn “algorithmic painting” sells for 48 million yen! But is it out of focus?

Is it true that if there are no classes due to school closures, students will fall behind in their studies? If you have textbooks, you can still study!

Why is Shukan Bunshun’s “Bunshun Cannon” the only magazine that can produce so many scoops?

How about changing the English name of “Osaka Koritsu University” to Osaka Metropolitan University?

What are the differences between the Central and Pacific Leagues in professional baseball, and what are their origins? What is the pennant race?

An easy-to-understand explanation of the difference between a replacement election and a by-election

The reason why the prefectural and city assembly members who were bribed in the election violations committed by former Justice Minister Kawai and his wife were not charged was because of a plea bargain.

Popular Ekiben at Tokyo Station and My Memories Related to Ekiben

The Mysterious Appeal of Queen’s Biopic Bohemian Rhapsody

When will the removal of library chairs end? Elderly users are inconvenienced by excessive self-restraint!

French company where 35 employees committed suicide due to moral harassment. Criminal penalties for harassment must be clearly stated.

“Presenteeism” is an important human resources management point that Japanese managers should pay attention to!

The Story of an Unfortunate Emperor (Part 4): A Female Emperor Who Was Almost Usurped by Her Favourite Monk

Hideo Itokawa, whose name is on the asteroid Itokawa, is the father of Japanese rocket development. He is famous for his innovative thinking.