Culture
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A Guide To Japanese Tea Ceremony
Tea ceremony in Japanese is 茶道（pronounced sadou), and it is known as a ceremonial way of preparing a
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Japanese Slang. Yakuza vs. Yankee vs. DNQ: What is The Difference?
Japanese is a language full of nuances. Despite relying on polite and honorific language, there is a
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What Shaped Japan’s Tumultuous Road to Democratic Consolidation?
With an infant democracy in 1945, Japan had to undergo fundamental changes that were much different
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Why is Japan So Clean?
On the first day when I arrived at Haneda Airport, I was surprised by how clean and tidy it was. Whe
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The Japanese Crane: What Does It Symbolise?
The Japanese crane is closely associated with the image of Japan. From traditional religion to moder
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3 Key Factors Behind Japan’s Road to Democracy
The American Occupation of Japan began in 1945 and went on until 1952, and it was during this period
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Keiro No Hi: Respect for the Aged Day Japan
Did you know there is a day people express their thanks and respect to their elders in Japan? We cal
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Japanese Literature Classics: Kojiki and Nihon Shoki
We recently discovered one of the classics of Japanese literature, the Genji Monogatari. Today we ar
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Hafu: What It’s Like Being Mixed in Japan
Along with Japan’s slow but sure move towards wider internationalization, the growing number of inte
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TOP Tokyo Art Exhibition 2022: An Afternoon With Vincent Van Gogh
Have you been to the latest Van Gogh art exhibition in Tokyo yet? Unlike other art exhibitions, it l
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Impacts of Japan’s Population Decline and Possible Solutions
Japan's rapidly shrinking population has been a cause for concern for many years. While the demograp
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Traditional Okinawan Food: A Basic Guide
Okinawan cuisine, called Okinawa ryori (沖縄料理) in Japanese, shares many similar traits with tradition
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Rashomon and Subjective Reality
With a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Rashomon defied many expectations with its groundbreaking stor
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Architecture in Tokyo: The Most Awe-Inspiring Buildings
Tokyo is a hub for modern and contemporary architecture. The rich history of Japan influences the de
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Nagaoka Hanabi Matsuri – All About the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival
Have you ever heard of the amazing Japanese fireworks (Hanabi Matsuri)? Fireworks were historically
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Life as a Muslim in Japan
If you're planning to move to Japan as a Muslim, there are some vital things you should know before