Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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A guide to working in Japan for foreigners covering the job market, visa types, salary information, and workplace culture. Helps intermediate learners understand the context for learning Japanese for employment.
Hiragana Times publishes a monthly magazine with news, culture, and lifestyle articles written in easy Japanese for learners. Back issues are available for purchase in print or digital formats.
Interactive calculator that finds your Japanese zodiac animal, element, and traits based on birth year, with explanations of how the system works and differs from the Chinese zodiac.
Guide to Japanese matsuri festivals covering their history, cultural significance, key elements, and major celebrations across seasons. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese culture and festival traditions.
Article exploring the history, cultural significance, and practical uses of hinoki (Japanese cypress) in Japanese architecture, wellness practices, and spirituality.
The Aikido Association of America and International provides information about aikido training, dojos, and seminars. It serves practitioners and those learning about this Japanese martial art and its philosophy.
Tokyo JaLS offers in-person Japanese language courses in Tokyo for all levels, including standard, private, JLPT preparation, and culture courses.
Guide to Japanese omamori amulets sold at shrines and temples, explaining their meanings, types, history, and spiritual significance. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese culture and religious practices.
An introduction to sadō, the Japanese tea ceremony, explaining its philosophy of awareness and hospitality, the meaning of silence and omotenashi, and how visitors can experience it in Tokyo.
Ryuji Shirakawa on Modern Aikido: Movement, Mindset, and Evolution
Chef Yuki Gomi offers online and in-person Japanese cooking classes covering sushi, ramen, curry, and traditional techniques. Suitable for beginners and those interested in Japanese food culture.
Guide to 20 essential Japanese etiquette rules covering trains, temples, restaurants, onsen, and public behavior for travelers and learners seeking to understand Japanese social conventions.
Guide to learning shodo, Japanese calligraphy, covering its history, essential tools, basic techniques, and fundamental strokes for beginners interested in connecting with Japanese culture through traditional brush.
An interview with a Japanese Buddhist monk describing his daily activities, responsibilities to temple supporters, and roles in funeral and memorial services.
Guide to sake's role in Japanese tradition, culture, and spirituality, covering its use in religious offerings, social rituals, celebrations, seasonal appreciation, and mythology.
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.
A guide to understanding the structure and seals of Japanese calligraphy hanging scrolls, explaining how to read them, what the red vermillion marks mean, and how to care for them.
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.
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.
Article explaining bake-danuki, the shapeshifting tanuki of Japanese folklore, including their origins, abilities, famous legends, and appearances in modern anime and film.
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