Category: Japanese Culture
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September Rice Harvest in Japan: More Than Just Food, A Celebration of Life
Read More: September Rice Harvest in Japan: More Than Just Food, A Celebration of LifeSeptember in Japan is a special time—it’s the month of the rice harvest (ine no shuukaku / 稲の収穫), a season that goes far beyond…
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Obon in Japan: A Festival of Remembrance and Light
Read More: Obon in Japan: A Festival of Remembrance and LightEvery August, Japan is filled with the warm glow of lanterns, the rhythm of drums, and the graceful movements of traditional dance. This is…
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Cool & Refreshing: Traditional Japanese Foods for Summer
Read More: Cool & Refreshing: Traditional Japanese Foods for SummerJapanese summers are hot and humid, but Japanese cuisine has long embraced the power of seasonal eating. Summer dishes in Japan are crafted not…
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How to Handle Extreme Heat in Japan: Everyday Tips from Japanese Summers
Read More: How to Handle Extreme Heat in Japan: Everyday Tips from Japanese SummersJapanese summers are beautiful—but also hot, humid, and intense. Especially in July and August, temperatures often soar above 35°C, with high humidity that makes…
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What Does “Otsukaresama”(お疲れ様) Mean? Understanding a Uniquely Japanese Expression of Appreciation
Read More: What Does “Otsukaresama”(お疲れ様) Mean? Understanding a Uniquely Japanese Expression of AppreciationIf you’ve spent time around Japanese people or studied Japanese culture, you may have heard the phrase “Otsukaresama desu” (お疲れ様です) or its more casual…
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Exploring Asakusa: Treasure Hunting for Secondhand Kimono in Tokyo’s Historic Heart
Read More: Exploring Asakusa: Treasure Hunting for Secondhand Kimono in Tokyo’s Historic HeartIf you’re a lover of traditional Japanese fashion or sustainable vintage style, Asakusa (浅草) is worth to find them besides sightseeing—it’s a haven for…
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Natto (納豆) – A Superfood with a Sticky Surprise!
Read More: Natto (納豆) – A Superfood with a Sticky Surprise!What is Natto? Natto is made by fermenting soybeans with a special bacteria called Bacillus subtilis natto. It’s packed with protein, probiotics, and vitamin…
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The Timeless Beauty of Tsumami Zaiku(つまみ細工): Japanese Fabric Art from Edo to Today
Read More: The Timeless Beauty of Tsumami Zaiku(つまみ細工): Japanese Fabric Art from Edo to TodayTsumami Zaiku is a traditional Japanese craft that transforms small squares of fabric—usually silk—into intricate floral motifs and decorative ornaments. With a technique as…
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What Is Natsumatsuri? Discover Japan’s Summer Festival (夏祭り) Magic!
Read More: What Is Natsumatsuri? Discover Japan’s Summer Festival (夏祭り) Magic!Japan’s Summer Festivals Full of Sound, Color, and Tradition When summer arrives in Japan, it’s not just the cicadas that buzz with excitement—Natsumatsuri (夏祭り),…
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Azuma Bukuro (あずま袋): A Traditional Japanese Eco-Bag for Modern Living
Read More: Azuma Bukuro (あずま袋): A Traditional Japanese Eco-Bag for Modern LivingIn an age where sustainable living is more important than ever, it’s inspiring to look at traditional practices that have always prioritized reusability and…