Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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A four-week intensive Japanese study program in Tokyo combining daily language lessons at a language school with cultural activities, accommodation, and JLPT preparation for intermediate learners seeking immersive study.
Guide to Japanese masks (omen) used in festivals, Noh theater, and kagura performances, covering types, meanings, where to see them, and how to appreciate them as a cultural learner and traveler.
Intermediate graded reading practice about the differences between Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines in Japan, with vocabulary lists, useful expressions, comprehension questions, and English translation for JLPT N4,.
Historical exploration of the Dai Nippon Butokukai and its role in organizing and promoting traditional Japanese martial arts including kendo, judo, and karate during the Meiji era and beyond.
A karate dojo in Osaka offering beginner and advanced classes for Japanese martial arts learners, with programs for foreign tourists interested in experiencing authentic karate instruction and Japanese martial culture.
Guide to ten ways to express good luck in Japanese, explaining the differences between similar phrases like ganbatte and ganbare, with real-life dialogue examples and cultural symbols associated with good fortune in.
Aikido instruction site with texts, photos and videos explaining techniques, principles and philosophy.
Tokyo Localized - Free Walking Tour in Tokyo & More
Official site of Japan Arts Council presenting traditional Japanese performing arts including Kabuki, Noh, Bunraku and Kyogen.
A guide to 20 Japanese dramas for learners to build listening comprehension and cultural knowledge, with titles ranging from romance and workplace stories to medical and science fiction themes, along with viewing.
Guide to 18 Japanese slang words used in casual conversation, with example sentences and context for when to use them appropriately.
Guide to enabling and using Japanese input and display on macOS computers, including setup instructions, typing methods, web browsing, and dictionary software for learners.
Guide to essential Japanese greetings and daily expressions covering time-based greetings, meeting and parting, home rituals, and apologies. Includes cultural context and formality levels for learners at all stages.
Explains the kanji and slang meaning of manji 卍 in Japanese, its historical significance in Buddhism and Japan, and its appearance in anime, with cultural context for learners encountering this symbol.
Guide to washoku, the traditional Japanese diet, explaining its cultural significance, five key principles, and essential food vocabulary for learners interested in Japanese cuisine and culture.
Guide to traditional Japanese pottery styles, regional characteristics, and related vocabulary with cultural context and practice exercises for language learners seeking to deepen their understanding of Japanese.
A resource list for parents and teachers introducing Japanese language and culture to children, including links to printable worksheets, educational television programs, and cooking activities.
Article about Koshien Stadium and its significance in Japanese baseball culture, presented bilingually with furigana annotations for intermediate learners to practice reading comprehension.
Overview of Japanese language origins, history, writing systems, dialects, and speakers for learners seeking cultural and linguistic context before beginning study.
The Japan Foundation London promotes Japanese language, culture, and studies across the UK through events, teaching resources, speech contests, and author visits for learners and students.
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