A Journey Through Kimono Crafts, and Culture of Japan
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Warming Up Winter in Japan: Popular Types of Nabe (Japanese Hot Pot)
Read More: Warming Up Winter in Japan: Popular Types of Nabe (Japanese Hot Pot)When winter arrives in Japan, one dish takes center stage on dining tables across the country: Nabe, or Japanese hot pot. As temperatures drop,…
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Living With Snow in Japan: Winter Fun, Traditions, and Creativity ❄️
Read More: Living With Snow in Japan: Winter Fun, Traditions, and Creativity ❄️Winter in Japan brings heavy snowfall, especially in northern regions and mountainous areas. While snow can be challenging, Japanese culture has long embraced ways…
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Differences Between Boys’ and Girls’ Kimono Styles for Children
Read More: Differences Between Boys’ and Girls’ Kimono Styles for ChildrenChildren’s kimono in Japan reflect tradition, symbolism, and seasonal aesthetics. While the basic structure of kimono is similar for boys and girls, there are…
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Japanese People Love Taking a Bath (Ofuro!): The Culture of Onsen (Hot Springs)
Read More: Japanese People Love Taking a Bath (Ofuro!): The Culture of Onsen (Hot Springs)For many people around the world, taking a bath is a quick routine for hygiene. But in Japan, bathing is so much more—it’s a…
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Hosting an Origami Workshop at a Daycare
Read More: Hosting an Origami Workshop at a DaycareRecently, I had the wonderful opportunity to host an origami workshop at a daycare. It was a joyful and meaningful experience to introduce children…
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“Tansu no Koyashi”: When Beautiful Things Sleep in the Drawer
Read More: “Tansu no Koyashi”: When Beautiful Things Sleep in the DrawerIn Japanese culture, there is a quietly powerful expression: “箪笥の肥やし (Tansu no Koyashi)”.Literally translated, it means “fertilizer for the dresser” — a poetic way…
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The Meaning of “冬ごもり” (Fuyugomori): Winter Hibernation in Japanese Lifestyle.
Read More: The Meaning of “冬ごもり” (Fuyugomori): Winter Hibernation in Japanese Lifestyle.As winter arrives and the air becomes crisp, Japanese culture has a beautiful word that captures the season’s rhythm: 冬ごもり (fuyugomori).Literally meaning “winter hibernation,”…
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Exploring “Aki no Mikaku(秋の味覚)”: Japan’s Delicious Autumn Flavors 🍂
Read More: Exploring “Aki no Mikaku(秋の味覚)”: Japan’s Delicious Autumn Flavors 🍂Autumn in Japan is more than colorful leaves and crisp air — it’s also the season of “Aki no Mikaku” (秋の味覚), meaning the flavors…
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Momijigari(紅葉狩り): The Beauty of Red Leaf Hunting in Japan
Read More: Momijigari(紅葉狩り): The Beauty of Red Leaf Hunting in JapanA Journey Into Autumn’s Most Beloved Tradition** Every autumn, Japan transforms into a breathtaking canvas of fiery reds, golden yellows, and glowing oranges. This…
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Kimono Day: Celebrating Japan’s Traditional Attire on November 15th
Read More: Kimono Day: Celebrating Japan’s Traditional Attire on November 15thEvery year on November 15th, Japan celebrates Kimono Day, a special day dedicated to promoting and appreciating the beauty and culture of the kimono.…