Culture
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Experience Traditional Japan With These 7 Cultural Workshops
Are you looking for a new hobby or craft to connect with traditional Japan? Here are 7 recommendations you may not have thought of!
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All You Need To Know About NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen
There are only a few days left until the most anticipated show on Japanese TV; NHK's Kohaku Uta Gassen! Here's a rundown on Japan's favorite New Year show!
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Etiquette For Visiting A Japanese Home: Useful Terms And How To Behave
Learning about the etiquette and mannerisms of a society is part of learning about a culture. But how much do you know about Japanese home-visiting etiquette?
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8 Japanese Superstitions You Should Know About
From big ears to tea stalks, understanding Japanese superstitions can help you learn about Japanese society. These are just a few of the most common!
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A Guide to Omikuji, Japan’s Fortune-Telling Letter
Have you ever heard of omikuji? Omikuji is a the custom of choosing your fortune on a visit to a shrine or temple. Take part in this fun and interesting custom!
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Western-Style Osechi You Cannot Miss In 2021
Recently, people have begun reimaging the Japanese tradition of osechi ryouri. Let’s have a look at some of the osechi you can find in Japan this year!
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Kawazu Sakura: Early-Blooming Cherry Blossom
Sakura season often starts at the end of March and ends in the first half of April. However, Kawazu Sakura, a special cherry blossom, blooms early in February.
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Japanese Slang Words To Sound Like a Native
Getting yourself updated with some interesting Japanese slang can help you sound more like a native and take one step closer to Japanese culture.
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Christmas in Japan: Japanese Traditional Ways to Spend Christmas
How do you celebrate Christmas in Japan? Read how this holiday is celebrated in the land of the rising sun and find new traditions
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5 Culture Shock Moments for a South Asian in Japan
It is common for newcomers to experience a culture shock in Japan as the norms, beliefs & technology can be overwhelming at first.
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A Weekend in Kyoto: Things to Do in The Eternal City
Looking for the best way to spend a weekend in Kyoto? Keep reading for our guide to being in Kyoto for the weekend, and make the most of your time there!
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Kotowaza: The Art of Mastering Japanese Proverbs
Kotowaza (proverbs) are one of the most difficult parts of learning a language, however, once you master them, they can prove to be one of the most interesting!
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Everything You Need to Know About Haiku: Japanese Poetry
Are you familiar with Haiku? Maybe you have heard people mention it but aren't sure what it is? Well, don't worry, we are here to help you cover the basics.
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Chindogu: The Strange World Of “Un-useless” Japanese Inventions
Have you heard of chindogu? Chindogu are the everyday inventions that are almost useless but help make your life just that little bit easier!
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Where to Go If You Miss The Last Train Home
Missed the last train and are now stranded? Here are a few places you can spend the night if you’ve missed the last train and are looking for something to do.
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Top 5 Temples and Shrines for Hatsumode: Celebrating New Year’s in Tokyo
Looking to welcome the New Year in Japan? Check out the top 5 temples and shrines to visit and partake in the Japanese New Year tradition of hatsumode.