Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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A guide to a calligraphy workshop in Tokyo for tourists and foreign learners, featuring instruction in kaisho block-style writing and the geometric principles of character composition.
Blog with articles on practical Japanese vocabulary, grammar, and cultural etiquette for beginners and foreign residents in Japan, including dining rules, manners, and everyday expressions.
A blog post about traveling in Japan as an English speaker, discussing what language skills help in different settings from major tourist attractions to small towns and specialty experiences.
A collection of Japanese proverbs with English translations and explanations designed to expand vocabulary and improve conversation skills for learners.
Explains 16 Japanese words and phrases with deep cultural meanings, including wabi sabi, ikigai, and mono no aware, with examples of how they reflect Japanese aesthetics and values.
An interview with Aikido instructor Yoshigasaki-sensei discussing the philosophy and practice of aikido, including concepts of relaxation, calmness, ki, and the spiritual dimensions of Japanese martial arts.
NihongoKnow is a Vancouver-based Japanese language school offering in-person and online lessons for beginners through intermediate learners, with blog posts on conversation skills, JLPT preparation, cultural practices,.
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.
Guide to 16 Japanese good-night expressions with romaji, formality levels, and cultural context for different situations. Covers polite, casual, workplace, and romantic forms for learners.
Guide to expressing humility and modesty in Japanese, with explanations of humble phrases and cultural context. Teaches learners how Japanese people respond to compliments and the cultural importance of not bragging.
Step-by-step guide to creating and delivering a Japanese self-introduction for beginners, covering essential vocabulary, grammar, cultural etiquette, and physical comportment when meeting Japanese people.
A collection of traditional Japanese folk tales, legends and fairy stories available as audio recordings and text, with short stories around three minutes each organized by day and month to support daily listening.
Portal page introducing three free resources for learning arithmetic and mathematics in Japanese, including video lessons with easy subtitles, online courses in multiple languages, and downloadable materials for.
Guide to Japanese wedding invitation reply etiquette covering RSVP postcard formats, formal writing conventions, and cultural expectations for accepting or declining invitations.
Remembers Doshu Kenjiro Yoshigasaki, an aikido master who taught Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido across Europe for over forty years.
Explores rei (礼), the Japanese art of bowing and respectful gestures, explaining its cultural significance, historical origins in Confucian thought, and contemporary practice in daily interactions.
Guide to Japanese beer vocabulary, ordering phrases, and drinking customs for travelers and learners.
Britannica article on kung fu covering its history from the Zhou dynasty, basic stances and movements, and philosophical dimensions.
Video lesson with photos and explanations about Japanese school events, including cultural festivals and sports days, designed for intermediate learners of Japanese.
A glossary of kendo terms with definitions and pronunciation guides covering general terminology, dojo etiquette, match commands, techniques, stances, and philosophical concepts.
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