Riddlique
Unlocking Japan’s everyday riddles
– Discover the “Why Japanese?” behind everyday life –
Unlocking Japan’s Everyday Riddles – Where “Why Japanese?” begins.
Why do Japanese people bow so often?
Why do they say “sumimasen” for both sorry and thank you?
At Riddlique, we explore these “Why Japanese?” riddles –
uncovering the quiet logic,empathy and Zen spirit hidden in everyday life.
Our goal is to help the world understand not only what Japan looks like, but what it truly feels like.
Explore “Why Japanese?”
Why do Japanese people…?
Unravel the small mysteries of Japan – where manners, silence and words reveal quiet logic.
The Riddlers – Meet Ridley & Nazonazo-san
Ridley -The Curious Traveler
An inquisitive foreign student who has just arrived in Japan.
Ridley is fascinated by the politeness, the quiet streets and the tiny riddles of daily life.
Through his conversations with Nazonazo-san, he learns that what seems strange often hides a quiet logic – the “Why Japanese?” behind everyday manners.
Nazonazo-san -The Culture Detective
Calm, insightful and a little mysterious.
Nazonazo-san is a monk-like culture detective who decodes the unspoken logic of Japan.
With gentle humor and deep wisdom, he helps uncover the hidden meanings behind Japanese manners, words and silence.
His mission is simple – to help others see the heart of Japan beyond the visible.
Featured Riddles
Why do Japanese people say “Itadakimasu” and “Gochisousama deshita”?
Ridley : Before every meal, Japanese people say "Itadakimasu." And after eating, they say "Gochisousama deshita." It sounds polite...but is it just...
Why do Japanese people say “sumimasen” so much?
Ridley : I hear Japanese people say "sumimasen" all the time - when they apologise, when they thank someone, even when calling a waiter. What does...
Zen Words – Quiet wisdom
