Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Digital library from the Japan Arts Council offering videos, photos, and texts about traditional Japanese performing arts including Kabuki, Bunraku, and Nohgaku, with content available in multiple languages for advanced.
An article covering the history of taiko drums from their origins in the sixth century through their roles in warfare, theater, and festivals.
Guide to the chōzu hand purification ritual performed at Japanese shrines, explaining its mythological origins, step-by-step technique, and cultural significance for visitors.
Article examining the depopulation of rural Japan, exploring how education, employment, and cultural factors drive young people to cities.
Easy Japanese news story about persimmon harvesting in Gifu Prefecture with furigana, English translation, and native audio for beginner learners.
Official Japan Sports Agency website featuring martial arts and sports tourism throughout Japan, with information on experiencing traditional budo practices like judo, karate, kendo, and aikido across different regions.
Collection of Japanese soup and stock recipes with videos and instructions, including miso soup, dashi, and seasonal variations. Teaches learners about traditional Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques.
Pop-up dictionary browser extension for language learning. Successor to Yomichan.
Detailed study of the kanji 忍 (endurance) covering its etymology, multiple meanings, cultural significance in Japan, and step-by-step instruction on how to write it in different calligraphic styles.
An introduction to traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) covering common types, ingredients, and where to find them. Suitable for travelers and learners interested in Japanese food culture.
The Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival was started as a postwar commercial revitalization initiative, and is characterized by the vibrance of its Tanabata decorations, said to be the most lavish in Japan, made possible.
Vocabulary guide for JLPT N3 learners covering fishing industry terms, types of seafood, and market activities, with cultural context about Japan's fishing heritage and food traditions.
Information about Shinshin Toitsu Aikido, a martial art founded in 1974 that emphasizes the coordination of mind and body through the Ki principle.
Explores the Japanese concept of ganbaru (頑張る), the spirit of perseverance and doing your best, examining its cultural roots, grammar forms, and applications in work, study and daily life for learners seeking to.
Explains the Japanese word chibi, its etymology from classical Japanese, modern meanings as slang for small or short, usage in anime and manga, and how to use it appropriately in conversation.
A graded news story about fugu fishing season in Japan, written in easy Japanese with furigana, English translation, and native audio. Designed for beginner readers.
Articles about Japanese gardens, garden design techniques, and notable gardens in Japan and abroad. Helps learners understand Japanese aesthetic principles and cultural practices.
Official guide to Japanese cultural institutions, museums, and heritage sites across Japan.
Guide to essential Japanese pantry ingredients including condiments, seasonings, and staples with explanations of how to use them in authentic Japanese cooking.
Article explaining the differences between Nekomata and Bakeneko, two types of supernatural cats in Japanese folklore, with historical context from mountain legends to Edo-period art and modern depictions.
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