Customs, history, food, holidays and etiquette explained for learners.
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Article explaining eight aspects of Japanese workplace culture including hierarchy, punctuality, business card exchange, gift-giving traditions, and employment practices.
Guide to communication styles and unwritten rules in Japanese workplaces, covering high-context communication, hidden meanings in phrases, and how foreign employees can learn to read social cues and maintain workplace.
Article explaining Japanese urban legends such as Kuchisake-Onna and Kisaragi Station, their cultural significance, and how they differ from traditional yokai.
A curated directory of over 40 websites and online tools for learning Japanese, organized by skill level and topic including culture, society, conversation, and travel resources.
Month-by-month guide to Japan's seasonal foods and the concept of shun, with cultural traditions and practical tips for foreigners learning about Japanese food culture.
This website introduces Yakult to people visiting Japan from overseas.
A guide to 19 beautiful Japanese words and phrases with their meanings and cultural significance, exploring concepts like ikigai, wabi sabi, and ichi go ichi e for learners interested in understanding Japanese culture.
A collection of traditional and modern Japanese breakfast recipes with instructions and videos. Helps learners understand Japanese food culture and cooking terminology through accessible recipes for everyday dishes.
A guide to 18 Japanese phrases with cultural significance, from everyday expressions like itadakimasu to philosophical sayings like ichigo ichie, explaining their meanings and how learners can use them.
Explains the Japanese proverb 塵も積もれば山となる with grammatical analysis, vocabulary breakdown, and usage examples. Covers the difference between になる and となる, suitable for beginners learning proverbs and grammar.
A graded reading article about traditional Japanese hibachi charcoal heaters, with furigana, vocabulary lists, example sentences, and comprehension questions for elementary learners.
Guide to Japanese national holidays, festivals, and seasonal customs with explanations of 16 official holidays, monthly festival calendar, and useful phrases for learners and travelers.
A bilingual glossary of ceramics and pottery terminology in Japanese and English. Covers techniques, vessel types, materials and firing methods for learners interested in Japanese ceramics and craftsmanship.
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.
Article explaining why some languages sound faster than others, discussing syllable rates, isochrony theory, and how Japanese fits into cross-linguistic speed comparisons. Helps learners understand native speaker speech.
An article from Hiragana Times exploring Japanese proverbs and kotowaza through the example of "walls have ears," examining how Japanese culture shaped these expressions and their usage in modern contexts.
Blog with articles about studying Japanese in Japan, including school selection, JLPT preparation, learning methods, and cultural topics for language learners and prospective students.
A collection of grammar and vocabulary lessons covering JLPT levels, daily expressions, Japanese culture, and travel phrases.
Interview with a veteran Japanese TV announcer about speaking beautiful Japanese, including advice on pronunciation, abdominal breathing, and delivering standard Japanese for learners.
A practitioner's guide to Japanese calligraphy and related slow arts, covering tools, techniques, kanji meanings, and aesthetic concepts for learners and Japan enthusiasts beginning their practice.
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