Deep Japan

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.

Word of the Week

Shincha

If you’re a fan of Japanese green tea, this is a great word to know. Literally meaning “new tea,” shincha refers to tea freshly harvested primarily in April and May, the peak harvesting season. Shincha is tea that is sold as soon as possible after processing (without refrigeration) and is therefore considered the most aromatic.

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  Springtime strolls in Kanazawa: Sakura, seafood, and gold leaf ice cream

  This spring, I finally checked off a long-standing item on my travel bucket list: heading to the historic city of Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture. To be hone…

  

  Steven Liu