Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Articles about Japanese cultural practices including vending machines, tea ceremony, and hospitality concepts. Written for travelers and cultural learners interested in understanding Japan.
Britannica article on kung fu covering its history from the Zhou dynasty, basic stances and movements, and philosophical dimensions.
Collection of articles on Japanese business culture, workplace etiquette, and professional communication for international workers in Japan, including guides on business emails, phone calls, and social conventions.
Archive of articles on classical Japanese samurai arts and martial traditions, organized by discipline and training topic. Covers history, philosophy, and practice for martial arts learners and practitioners.
An illustrated guide to Minoyaki pottery styles and glazing techniques from the Heian through Edo periods, with Japanese terminology and cultural context for learners interested in traditional Japanese crafts.
An introduction to geisha culture in Japan, explaining their role as entertainers, where they work, and how tourists can experience geiko dinners or performances in Kyoto and other cities.
Article explaining the history, legend, and cultural significance of Tanabata, Japan's Star Festival celebrated on July 7, written for learners interested in Japanese customs and seasonal traditions.
Hiragana Times magazine offers graded reading material for intermediate learners, with articles on Japanese culture, seasonal traditions, and language features.
Educational material about kumite, partner training in kyokushin karate, from the IBMA Digital Karate Budo Textbook. Requires membership to access.
A guide to Japanese social customs and etiquette for travelers, covering greetings, public transportation, dining, hot springs, temples, and daily life. Helps visitors understand and respect cultural norms.
Guide to Japanese wedding traditions covering Shinto, Christian and modern ceremonies, reception customs, and gift-giving etiquette.
A glossary of over 100 Japanese sumo terms organized by category, including ranks, techniques, tournament terminology, ring equipment, and training vocabulary.
Guide to Shinto shrine etiquette and customs for visitors to Japan, covering purification rituals, proper dress, bowing, and respectful behavior at sacred sites.
An overview of Sado, Japan's tea ceremony tradition, covering its history, philosophy, techniques, and cultural significance. Suitable for learners interested in understanding Japanese aesthetics and cultural practices.
A cultural essay explaining shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), a 1982 Japanese wellness practice rooted in the country's long tradition of appreciating nature.
Guide to writing and using Japanese kanji related to love, including 愛 (ai), 恋 (koi), and 好き (suki), with stroke-by-stroke instructions, common phrases, and cultural context for expressing affection in Japanese.
Guide to Japanese martial arts covering karate, aikido, and kendo with information on techniques, equipment, terminology, and cultural principles.
Guide to major types of Japanese yokai with origin stories, meanings, and cultural context. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese folklore and cultural traditions.
Most 'Japanese calligraphy' wall art is a computer font, sometimes with the wrong kanji. A calligrapher's guide to buying real, meaningful pieces for your wall.
A vocabulary lesson introducing essential Japanese words related to sakura (cherry blossoms) and their cultural significance in Japan, with bilingual Japanese-English content explaining the history and symbolism of.
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