Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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A guide to Japanese rakugo storytelling that explains its structure, cultural background, and vocabulary for learners. Includes listening and speaking practice techniques suitable for beginners.
An article from Hiragana Times about the Pacific saury fish and its cultural significance in Japan, with Japanese text and furigana for intermediate learners. Includes vocabulary notes and an audio component.
Guide to the Japanese tea ceremony explaining its history, philosophy, procedures, and cultural significance for travelers and learners interested in traditional Japanese arts.
Overview of 18 classical martial arts in medieval Japan, including archery, swordsmanship, and unarmed combat, with historical context from origins through the modern era.
Guide to Japanese tea ceremony covering history, the four principles of harmony respect purity and tranquility, ceremony structure, proper etiquette, and where to experience tea ceremonies in Tokyo and Kyoto.
Know Your Meme entry explaining the Japanese copula desu, its grammatical function, pronunciation, and use in internet culture and anime fandom.
Guide to major Japanese festivals throughout the year with descriptions of celebrated events like Gion Matsuri and Takayama Matsuri, their dates, locations and cultural significance for travelers and learners.
A book introducing Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) covering its history, philosophy, basic brushstrokes through complete kanji, and practical guidance on materials and technique for learners interested in this traditional.
Podcast exploring Japanese folklore, yokai, ghost stories, and cultural oddities through narrative storytelling. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese culture and language nuances beyond textbooks.
Guide to the Japanese tea ceremony covering its history, philosophy, schools, equipment, and ritual steps. Helps learners understand this classical art as part of Japanese culture.
Guide to 25 essential Japanese phrases for navigating trains and buses in Japan, covering tickets, platforms, train types, stops, and etiquette for travelers.
Japan in spring is a wonderland of blooming flowers and meticulously maintained gardens that showcase the country's deep...
A beginner's guide to kabuki that explains the art form's history, types of performances, stage mechanics, and practical advice for attending a live kabuki show in Japan.
Information about Kitchener-Waterloo Ki Aikido, a not-for-profit dojo teaching Shin-Shin Toitsu Aikido, a Japanese martial art developed by Koichi Tohei that emphasizes mind-body coordination and internal energy.
An essay on hanami (cherry blossom viewing) explaining its 1,300-year history, cultural significance, and connection to Japanese poetry and calligraphy, suitable for learners interested in understanding Japanese.
Vocabulary guide to Japanese food culture covering dining etiquette, seasonal ingredients, restaurant types, and cooking methods with example phrases for eating in Japan.
An article covering the history of taiko drums from their origins in the sixth century through their roles in warfare, theater, and festivals.
An introductory guide to the Japanese tea ceremony explaining its history from the Kamakura period through modern practice, core principles, and practical steps for beginners to participate in or start learning the.
Private karate instruction in Tokyo with a certified Shotokan black belt instructor, offering personalized training in kata, kumite, and body mechanics for students of all levels who visit Japan.
Guide to Shinto beliefs and proper etiquette for visiting Japanese shrines, including explanations of sacred spaces, purification rituals, and respectful behavior for travelers and learners.
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