The differences between Western and Eastern storytelling
This might come across as a topic that people rarely think about, but if you happen to be a fan of books and novels and… Read More »The differences between Western and Eastern storytelling
Culture of Asia
India: Meeting spring with a splash of color
With spring just around the corner, we’re here to share with you an exceptional and colorful celebration of life and new beginnings in India. The… Read More »India: Meeting spring with a splash of color
How to call a waiter in different countries in Asia
Have you ever witnessed tourists being unconsciously rude to the waiters in your home country? Or the other way around – have you ever unintentionally… Read More »How to call a waiter in different countries in Asia
PARASITE – the translation work behind-the-scenes
With the Golden Globes stepping off the stage for this year, you have probably started coming across the name “Parasite” quite often. This is because… Read More »PARASITE – the translation work behind-the-scenes
Yuki Matsuri – the coolest festival in Japan!
Winter has come to Japan, and a great deal of fun arrived with it. Contrary to the common tourist beliefs, Japan is charming not only… Read More »Yuki Matsuri – the coolest festival in Japan!
Exquisite or downright scary? Asia’s most peculiar dishes.
When traveling to Asia, trying the local food is a must. The incredibly tasty, yet funky dishes of the continent make it a perfect place… Read More »Exquisite or downright scary? Asia’s most peculiar dishes.
Asia shows how different the beginning of the New Year can be!
We’ve already acquainted you with some fascinating Christmas traditions taking place in the continent of Asia, and today we’ve prepared something with that same spark… Read More »Asia shows how different the beginning of the New Year can be!
Inching our way into the peculiarities of Asian systems of measurement
Measurement units in the translation industry We might not pay a lot of attention to doing so, but we use vocabulary that relates to measurement… Read More »Inching our way into the peculiarities of Asian systems of measurement
How do Asians celebrate Christmas?
In the upcoming festive season, we’ll be taking a look at how Christmas is perceived in Asian countries. Is it a big celebration occasion, or… Read More »How do Asians celebrate Christmas?
Age & Asia: how old are we, according to the East Asian age reckoning?
While in the western world, asking someone about their age might be considered taboo (especially women) — if you travel to Korea, you’ll notice that… Read More »Age & Asia: how old are we, according to the East Asian age reckoning?