Monthly Archives: March 2020

Life In Japan: Koban

Posted on March 28, 2020 by johnrachel

The Koban is the heart of community policing here in Japan. Community policing is not just a political stunt. It’s a reality. If there’s a problem and it’s not an emergency, you turn to the officers at the local Koban to get help. They truly are members of the community, living in the housing usually at the rear of the building, often with their own families. Continue reading →

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Life In Japan: Udon, Soba & Ramen

Posted on March 18, 2020 by johnrachel

Granted, ‘Udon, Soba & Ramen’ sounds like a law firm based in Yokohama. Actually, these are the three most common forms of noodles here in Japan, and are among the staples of the healthy diet of this country. Continue reading →

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