Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Article exploring Japanese words related to food and the cultural sensibilities they reflect in daily life, with audio and bilingual text suitable for intermediate learners studying vocabulary and cultural understanding.
Bibliography of English-language sources on Japanese garden design, history, and aesthetics for undergraduate learners with little Japanese language knowledge.
As summer's intense heat begins to fade and autumn gently arrives in Japan, a spectacular natural phenomenon unfolds acr...
Learn Japanese while exploring culture on our study trips in Japan. The best way to learn the language and enjoy unique Japanese experiences!
An interview with French budo historian Guillaume Erard exploring the origins and philosophy of budo in Japanese culture, covering aikido, daito-ryu, and how traditional martial arts function as educational systems for.
An introduction to rakugo, a traditional Japanese performing art, using the anime series Akane-banashi as an entry point.
Overview of ukiyo-e woodblock prints covering their history from the Edo period through the Meiji era, with curated book and video recommendations for learners interested in Japanese art and culture.
Part of a digital karate textbook that explains tsuki-waza punching techniques in Kyokushin karate. Content requires membership login to access.
Tokyo Localized - Free Walking Tour in Tokyo & More
Guide to Japanese business etiquette covering bowing, business-card exchange, seating arrangements, email templates, and workplace protocols for foreign staff working in Japanese companies.
Explains the kanji and slang meaning of manji 卍 in Japanese, its historical significance in Buddhism and Japan, and its appearance in anime, with cultural context for learners encountering this symbol.
Guide to Japanese national holidays, festivals, and seasonal customs with explanations of 16 official holidays, monthly festival calendar, and useful phrases for learners and travelers.
Essay explaining Shinto, Japan's native spiritual tradition, covering kami, shrines, rituals, and how Shinto and Buddhism coexist in Japanese life. Suitable for learners seeking cultural context.
Instructions and guides for creating origami figures using traditional Japanese paper-folding techniques, covering easy projects suitable for beginners.
Guide to Japanese etiquette and customs covering indoor, outdoor, onsen and business situations for travelers and visitors to Japan.
Guide to Japanese etiquette and social customs for travelers, covering shoes, bowing, chopsticks, dining, and public behavior. Helps visitors understand cultural values and avoid causing offense.
Article about Nambu cast iron kettles and their role in Japanese tea culture, covering the history, production methods, and characteristics of this traditional ironware craft from Iwate Prefecture.
Advanced configuration guide for Yomitan, a browser extension that provides pop-up definitions while reading Japanese text online.
A guide to learning Japanese for beginners that covers foundational topics like hiragana and katakana, immersion techniques, goal-setting, and the benefits of study commitment.
News and articles from Aikido of Maine dojo covering aikido training, philosophy, teaching methods, and retreat events for practitioners of all levels.
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