Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Essay on Noh theater and its aesthetic principles including yūgen and ma, explaining its history, techniques, and how to appreciate it. Written for learners of Japanese culture and arts.
An introduction to ikebana flower arrangement covering its history, major schools, seasonal practices, and beginner guidance. Suitable for learners exploring Japanese cultural traditions.
This Web site provides a wide variety of information on Japanese Noh plays, including Noh chant Story Paper, slide shows of Noh stages, reading materials introducing every detail of Noh plays, and a Noh masks database.
Kyoto JaLS offers intensive Japanese language courses with small class sizes for learners of all levels, combining professional instruction with cultural activities and social experiences in Japan's historic center.
Introduction to Ki Class training in Shinshin Toitsu Aikido, teaching mind and body unification through correct posture, relaxation, and ki breathing exercises for practitioners of all levels.
Glossaries and technical vocabulary for describing pottery and ceramic objects in Japanese, with kanji, romaji and English translations.
Alphabetical glossary of Japanese pottery and ceramics terms with romaji and kanji, useful for learners interested in traditional Japanese crafts and ceramic vocabulary.
Reviews of Japanese manga titles written in accessible English for learners. Introduces popular series across genres including comedy, horror, and historical stories to build reading skills and cultural knowledge.
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Guide to Japanese garden design and history with descriptions of ten major gardens across Japan, suitable for travelers and learners interested in Japanese culture and aesthetics.
Encyclopedia and community forum covering Japanese culture, pop culture, geography and society with articles and pictures for learners interested in Japan.
Guide to ki breathing exercises from the Eastern Ki Federation, a practice derived from aikido that aims to unify mind and body through controlled breathing techniques.
A 13-minute video compilation from a trip to Western Japan showing various locations and cultural experiences, useful for learners wanting to see authentic Japanese settings and scenery.
A Japanese-English bilingual magazine featuring news, cultural articles, and language lessons designed for learners beginning their study of Japanese.
Video lesson for mid-level learners featuring Harajuku fashion and asking permission, with downloadable scripts, manga, and grammar explanations.
Directory of Japan Foundation libraries worldwide with catalogs, databases, and collections for learning about Japan and Japanese language. Serves students and researchers across multiple continents.
Official streaming service offering kabuki performances with English subtitles and audio explanations. Provides access to classic and contemporary kabuki plays for learners interested in Japanese theatre and culture.
Official Kabuki Web site listing upcoming kabuki theatre performances and tours in countries outside Japan, with information about the history and traditions of kabuki as a 400-year-old Japanese art form.
A directory of articles about Japanese culture, traditions, festivals, food, fashion, and travel destinations for people interested in learning about contemporary and traditional Japan.
A digital saijiki listing 500 essential Japanese season words used in haiku poetry, with English translations and explanations.
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