Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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A calligrapher's guide to choosing, writing, and getting kanji tattoos accurately, covering common mistakes, character selection process, and authentic brush-written characters versus fonts.
Video lesson and photo explanations for intermediate learners about Japanese high school classes and school life, with downloadable scripts and cultural notes.
Book on Aikido principles and techniques by Kenjiro Yoshigasaki, covering Ki basics, self-defense applications, weapons work, and dojo practice for students of Japanese martial arts.
Explains how Japanese jokes work, including sound-based puns called dajare and the manzai comedy format, with real examples in IPA and cultural context for learners.
Detailed study of the kanji 忍 (endurance) covering its etymology, multiple meanings, cultural significance in Japan, and step-by-step instruction on how to write it in different calligraphic styles.
Guide to Japanese food culture, cooking, shopping, and dining etiquette for foreigners living in or visiting Japan.
An exploration of wa, the Japanese concept of harmony and balance that shapes relationships, etiquette, aesthetics, and society.
A blog about traditional Japanese calligraphy (shodo) that offers workshops, practice materials, technique guides, and cultural context through artistic projects exploring calligraphy's healing and expressive potential.
Remembers Doshu Kenjiro Yoshigasaki, an aikido master who taught Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido across Europe for over forty years.
Video lesson and photo explanation about hot springs and ryokan inns in Japan, designed for intermediate learners to practice language while learning cultural context. Includes downloadable materials and a culture quiz.
A vocabulary lesson introducing essential Japanese words related to sakura (cherry blossoms) and their cultural significance in Japan, with bilingual Japanese-English content explaining the history and symbolism of.
Explains the design principles underlying traditional Japanese gardens, including asymmetry, empty space, and hide-and-reveal techniques, for learners interested in Japanese aesthetics and culture.
Article explaining the oni demon in Japanese folklore and mythology, covering their origins, appearance, powers, and role in Buddhism and modern Japanese culture.
Tokyo JaLS offers in-person Japanese language courses in Tokyo for all levels, including standard, private, JLPT preparation, and culture courses.
Guide to visiting Japanese temples covering their history, architecture, Buddhist significance, proper etiquette and worship practices. Suitable for travelers and learners new to Japanese culture.
A curated guide to Japanese movies and anime for learners, including recommendations for beginners, drama series for listening practice, and cultural context on kabuki and samurai in film.
Guide to Buddhist temple etiquette and customs for first-time visitors to Japan, covering entrance rituals, behavior, photography rules, and practical information about temple visits.
Ukiyo-e (浮世絵), or “pictures of the floating world,” refers to a genre of Japanese art that used woodblock printing to portray these pleasures.
Guide explaining tatemae and honne, two fundamental Japanese social concepts involving public versus private communication.
A vocabulary guide covering over 80 food-related words organized by category, including staples, meat, seafood, vegetables, dishes, cooking methods, and taste descriptions.
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