Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Article exploring Japanese urushi lacquerware, its 9000-year history, regional types, and cultural significance. Teaches vocabulary related to traditional crafts and Japanese aesthetics for intermediate learners.
Guide to Japanese seasonal gift-giving traditions of ochugen and oseibo, covering timing, etiquette, appropriate gifts, and practical advice for foreigners living in Japan.
A detailed guide to the kanji 和 (harmony) covering its etymology, cultural significance in Japan, stroke-by-stroke writing instructions, and appearances across calligraphy styles.
Guide to humble and polite Japanese phrases used in everyday situations, office settings and with guests. Covers grammatical structures and vocabulary for softening speech and expressing modesty.
Blog post explaining the meaning, usage, and cultural significance of itadakimasu and related meal phrases, with examples of regional variations and other uses of the verb itadaku in formal contexts.
Index of grammar and vocabulary lessons organized by topic, covering greetings, communication, Japanese culture, daily life situations, travel, and colloquial expressions.
Explores how Japan blended Western and traditional culture during the Meiji and Taisho eras, covering fashion, clothing styles, and historical context.
Collection of twelve Japanese proverbs and idioms with literal meanings, cultural context, audio, example sentences, and connections to English equivalents.
Teaches Christmas vocabulary and cultural traditions in Japan, including greetings, essential terms, and the lyrics to Silent Night in Japanese with translations and explanations.
Detailed guide to the kanji 夜 (yoru, night) covering meaning, stroke order, pronunciations, compounds, and cultural context like tsukimi and yozakura. Suitable for beginners learning kanji.
Guide to Japanese culture and etiquette for foreigners living in or visiting Japan, covering greetings, dining customs, business behavior, public conduct, and social principles that underpin Japanese interactions.
Humanity’s rich history has left behind an enormous number of historical documents and artifacts.
Explains five ways to say woman in Japanese with different levels of politeness and formality, showing how word choice reflects respect and cultural awareness in daily conversation.
Construction for Kyoto’s Yasaka Shrine was founded in the seventh century, and it sits right in the middle of Gion, the city’s geisha quarter.
A collection of articles explaining Japanese cultural concepts, traditional games, vocabulary, and folklore for learners.
Calendar of aikido seminars and events organized by Ki no Kenkyukai Musubi, an association of aikido dojos inspired by the teachings of Yoshigasaki Sensei, with events across Europe for practitioners of all levels.
Guide to yojijukugo, four-character Japanese idioms, explaining their structure, history, types, and common examples for learners at intermediate level and above.
Guide to practical Japanese communication for expats and business professionals, covering cultural concepts like kuuki wo yomu, honne and tatemae, and nemawashi that govern workplace interactions in Japan.
In this article, we discuss the 15 deadliest martial arts in the world. We’ll also discuss the history of each martial art.
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