Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Collection of articles from the Japan Times exploring Japanese vocabulary, grammar and cultural context through contemporary topics including capsule toys, summer heat, anime, and family relationships.
Explains aikido's historical development from Japanese sword techniques and philosophy, covering its emergence after World War II and its approach to conflict resolution without fighting.
Articles about Japanese gardens, garden design techniques, and notable gardens in Japan and abroad. Helps learners understand Japanese aesthetic principles and cultural practices.
Digital textbook on Kyokushin Karate and Budo philosophy covering stances, techniques, kata, and kumite training. Provides educational material for martial arts learners and practitioners.
Glossary of terms used in Japanese garden design and aesthetics, covering concepts from garden types to historical figures and architectural elements. Useful for learners studying Japanese culture and garden traditions.
Guide to Japanese funeral and memorial customs including wake, ceremony procedures, dress code, condolence money etiquette, and ongoing memorial services, written for foreigners attending or learning about these.
Illustrated guide to 100 classic kabuki characters with descriptions of their personalities, special abilities, and roles in famous plays. Designed for people new to kabuki theater.
Collection of Japanese noodle and pasta recipes with instructions and videos, including ramen, udon, soba, and Japanese-style pasta dishes. Helps learners explore Japanese food culture through cooking.
Hiragana Times is a bilingual magazine for Japanese learners featuring articles on Japanese culture, language evolution, and contemporary issues with audio support and furigana.
Children's aikido classes for ages 7 to 13 in Portland, Maine that teach self-defense, discipline and respect in a non-competitive environment.
Essay exploring Japanese philosophical attitudes and cultural values, including Japanese perspectives on learning from other cultures and historical factors shaping Japanese identity.
The Japan Foundation Los Angeles organizes cultural events, lectures, and conversation cafes that introduce Japanese arts, culture, and language to local audiences and learners.
A dojo in Orange County offering Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido and Ki training for students of all ages, based on the teachings of Master Koichi Tohei.
An exploration of wabi-sabi, the Japanese aesthetic philosophy centered on imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness, with particular attention to its expression in calligraphy, tea ceremony, pottery, and everyday.
Explains the genkan, the traditional Japanese entryway where visitors remove their shoes, covering its historical origins and modern etiquette customs for those learning about Japanese home culture.
Guide to Obon, Japan's summer festival honoring ancestors, covering its history, rituals, regional celebrations, and how to participate. Suitable for learners wanting to understand Japanese cultural practices.
Educational material about Ki-Aikido, a Japanese martial art emphasizing mind-body unification and non-conflict principles.
Bilingual illustrated article about the historical and cultural significance of matsuri in Japan, with furigana annotations and audio practice.
Guide to cultural activities and immersive experiences offered on study trips to Japan, including traditional crafts, cooking classes, tea ceremonies, and visits to pop culture sites.
An article explaining 19 Japanese superstitions and their cultural significance, including vocabulary for superstitions and lucky charms.
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