Voices

What Japanese People Actually Think When You Pull Out a Translation App

297 Japanese people reveal what they actually feel when you pull out a translation app. 45% are glad you're trying. The secret? Look up from the screen.

• What 297 Japanese people said about translation apps — from cafe workers to taxi drivers to strangers on the street
• The moment a phone becomes a bridge vs. when it becomes a wall — and what determines which

Being Filmed in Japan: What It Actually Feels Like

92% of the Japanese people we asked said 'honestly, I wish they'd stop.' 130+ voices confirm it. But one simple question changes everything.

What Japanese People Wish You Knew — The Things No Guidebook Will Tell You

2,000+ Japanese voices across 40+ topics reveal the truth: 93% smile when you try Japanese. Your effort matters far more than your accuracy.

Beyond Chopsticks — What Japanese Diners Actually Notice First

351 Japanese people told us what they really notice when visitors eat. Spoiler: it's not your chopstick technique. Posture, appreciation, and attitude matter far more.

The Priority Seat Question — What Japanese People Really Think When a Tourist Sits Down

Japanese commuters are split on priority seats — and many freeze when they want to yield. We drew on a 5,202-person transit-manner study and voices we collected from dozens of Japanese platforms to show what travel guides never cover.