Urawaza

Urawaza: Secret Everyday Tips and Tricks from Japan by Lisa Katayama

A quick and fun read for either die-hard MacGyvers or wannabes who wish to empower themselves with simple how-tos to solve all sorts of everyday problems.

Urawaza (pronounced oo rah wa za) is Japanese word for a secret trick or a shortcut. Although not all the urawazas in the book are secrets anymore (well I’m familiar with some), I do find these 2 particularly special: 1. Bowing isn’t only for showing respect to others in Japanese culture, but it also helps to warm the body by promoting blood circulation. Just take ten deep bows. -:- 2. Walk in the rain without slipping by pasting 2 band-aids on the soles of each shoe. One on the ball, the other on the heel.

Can’t wait to try them out!