Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Explains the rules and mechanics of shogi, the traditional Japanese strategy board game, for players new to the game.
Article about Yamanba, a mountain yokai from Japanese folklore, exploring her origins, various legends, and dual nature as both terrifying monster and protective spirit.
A guide comparing Japanese, Chinese, and Korean chopsticks covering their materials, sizes, uses, and cultural significance. Helps learners understand Japanese dining culture and etiquette.
Article exploring the spiritual and religious foundations of Japanese martial arts including judo, kendo, and karate, and their role in moral education and character formation.
Guide for foreigners training martial arts in Japan covering major disciplines, finding dojos, costs, etiquette, visas, and practical tips for beginners and experienced practitioners.
Watch live sumo matches, enjoy traditional sumo meals, or observe morning practice up close.
Interview with successful manga writer Araki Joh about his career, creative process, and works like Sommelier and Bartender.
Information about September performances at the Kabukiza Theatre in Tokyo, including plot summaries and cast details for traditional kabuki plays. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese theatre and culture.
Learn 15 Japanese swear words with pronunciation, severity levels, and cultural context. Covers anime language vs real life and male vs female speech.
Guide to proper behavior and etiquette when visiting Japanese Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, covering hand purification, shoe removal, prayer customs, photography rules, and dress codes for respectful visitors.
Article explaining the cultural significance of bowing in Japan, the different types of bows (eshaku, keirei, saikeirei, dogeza), and proper technique.
Video lesson with photographs and explanations of Japanese home vocabulary and customs for intermediate learners, covering rooms, furniture, and cultural practices like bathing and shoe etiquette.
School offering instruction in shodo, the Japanese art of calligraphy, through online and in-person workshops and courses. Rie Takeda teaches traditional techniques and philosophy for learners of all levels.
A four-week intensive Japanese language program in Tokyo combining daily lessons at the Intercultural Institute of Japan with cultural activities including taiko, calligraphy, sushi making, and JLPT preparation for.
A glossary of kendo terms with definitions and pronunciation guides covering general terminology, dojo etiquette, match commands, techniques, stances, and philosophical concepts.
A language school in Hokkaido offering intensive Japanese courses with cultural activities, suitable for students of all ages and levels beginning any Monday.
Lesson on the Japanese word for cold (風邪) and related vocabulary, including kanji breakdown, grammar patterns, health-related terms, and cultural notes on how Japanese people discuss illness.
Emoji are lame. Welcome to the cool texting club.
A practical guide to Japanese social customs and etiquette for Tokyo visitors, covering greetings, temples, dining, public transport, and common mistakes tourists should avoid.
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.
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