Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
1,392 pages
Explanation of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, covering its history, different styles including rikka and seika, and basic techniques for learners to create their own arrangements.
Guide to Japanese etiquette and cultural customs for visitors, covering behavior in temples, restaurants, public transportation, and homes. Helps travelers show respect and understand social expectations.
Video lessons for intermediate learners featuring clips of Japanese high school students in daily situations, with downloadable scripts, manga explanations, and cultural notes about Japanese life and customs.
Article exploring moss culture in Japanese gardens and aesthetics, from ancient temple design to modern terrariums.
Explains why Japanese people avoid direct refusal and how they express disagreement indirectly, with examples of common phrases and cultural concepts.
Guide to traditional Japanese hairstyles for kimono wear, covering historical styles like shimada mage and marumage with cultural significance and modern adaptations for travelers visiting Kyoto.
A survey of Japanese woodblock prints from early masters to modern times, with hundreds of illustrations and discussion of collecting techniques and authentication for learners interested in Japanese art history and.
A digital textbook on Kyokushin Karate and budo philosophy by the International Budo Man Association, covering stances, techniques, kata and kumite for learners of Japanese martial arts.
Four-week intensive Japanese study trip in Tokyo combining daily language lessons at Intercultural Institute of Japan with cultural activities, JLPT practice tests, and experiences like calligraphy, sushi preparation,.
Collection of recipes for Japanese New Year celebrations including osechi ryori, ozoni soup, and toshikoshi soba.
Introduces classic and contemporary kabuki plays for learners of Japanese culture, describing famous masterpieces like Chushingura and their historical backgrounds with plot summaries and performance highlights.
An introduction to sado, the Japanese tea ceremony, covering its history from the Heian period through the development of wabicha, the rules and etiquette involved, and where to experience it in Kyoto.
A collection of articles about aikido philosophy, history, and training practices written for practitioners and students of the martial art.
A collection of interviews with prominent aikido instructors and masters discussing techniques, philosophy, and the history of aikido as a martial art.
Portal site for foreign residents in Tokyo offering plain Japanese lessons, community-based language education, and practical information about living in Japan, with support resources and cultural exchange programs.
Magazine and shop featuring articles on Japanese crafts, art, home goods, and cultural practices.
Video lesson and photo explanations about Japanese fireworks and festivals, designed for mid-level learners to practice expressing desires in context.
Overview of Japanese history from ancient times to the present, covering major periods, cultural developments, and historical events. Suitable for learners and travelers seeking historical context.
Interview with rakugo master Katsura Sunshine exploring the 400-year-old Japanese comedic storytelling tradition, its history, performance style, and accessibility to English-speaking audiences.
A detailed guide to Setoyaki pottery, one of Japan's six traditional kiln schools, covering historical glaze styles and techniques with Japanese terminology and cultural context for learners interested in Japanese.
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