Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Digital library from the Japan Arts Council offering videos, photos, and texts about traditional Japanese performing arts including Kabuki, Bunraku, and Nohgaku, with content available in multiple languages for advanced.
A guide to 18 Japanese phrases with cultural significance, from everyday expressions like itadakimasu to philosophical sayings like ichigo ichie, explaining their meanings and how learners can use them.
Gift guide recommending calligraphy tools and materials under $50 for beginners and experienced practitioners, with explanations of why each item matters for Japanese brush writing practice.
Explores the Japanese concept of ganbaru (頑張る), the spirit of perseverance and doing your best, examining its cultural roots, grammar forms, and applications in work, study and daily life for learners seeking to.
A blog offering practical articles on Japanese grammar, vocabulary, conversation, JLPT preparation, and Japanese culture for learners studying through online lessons, tutoring, or self-study.
Video lessons with accompanying grammar explanations and culture quizzes covering 25 topics from greetings to ceremonial occasions, designed for intermediate Japanese learners.
Discover the fascinating world of Japanese kimono: from ancient history to modern wear, learn how to properly dress in kimono, understand patterns and seasonal rules.
An introductory guide to Japanese calligraphy that explains what shodo is, its history from China to Japan, the four essential tools needed, and basic techniques for practicing at home.
Guide to Japanese greeting customs, bowing techniques, and social interaction etiquette for foreigners.
A guide to Japanese cuisine covering major dishes like sushi, ramen, and udon with regional variations, dining etiquette, pricing, and where to find them.
Blog posts on business Japanese, keigo, and workplace etiquette for executives and expatriates working in Japan. Covers meeting preparation, email phrases, and cultural norms for professional settings.
Guide to ten types of traditional Japanese dolls including kokeshi, daruma, hina, and karakuri dolls. Explains the cultural significance, origins, and uses of each doll type for learners interested in Japanese culture.
Guide to asking and answering questions about age in Japanese, covering polite, neutral, and casual forms with pronunciation, age counter irregularities, and cultural context for when such questions are appropriate.
Guide to 14 basic Japanese greetings with meanings, pronunciations, and usage contexts.
A glossary of Japanese swordsmanship terminology for iaido, defining technical terms for stances, cuts, equipment, etiquette and ranks. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese martial arts vocabulary.
Vocabulary guide for JLPT N3 learners covering fishing industry terms, types of seafood, and market activities, with cultural context about Japan's fishing heritage and food traditions.
Guide to Japanese woodworking traditions and joinery techniques spanning 1,300 years, explaining the Zen philosophy behind working with wood without nails and the spiritual discipline of temple carpentry.
Article about ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging, covering its history, philosophy, spiritual roots, and major styles including nageire, moribana, and freestyle approaches.
An interview with Aikido Sensei Yoshigasaki explaining the concept of Ki in Japanese philosophy and martial arts practice. Suitable for students of Aikido and those interested in Japanese concepts of mind and body.
Guide to Japanese national holidays, festivals, and seasonal events for families living in or visiting Japan.
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