Pages for learning Japanese about holidays and festivals, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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Blog article exploring famous Japanese ghost stories including yūrei and yōkai, supernatural beings rooted in Buddhism and Shinto beliefs, and haunted locations visitors can explore.
A lesson on Japan's prefectures, regions, and main islands with kanji breakdowns, sound files, quizzes, and detailed information on all 47 prefectures for beginner and intermediate learners.
A collection of virtual concert performances featuring Japanese and Japanese-inspired music, from traditional instruments like shamisen and koto to contemporary jazz and fusion styles, performed by musicians from the.
The Japan Foundation, Manila offers Japanese language courses, teacher training programs, and proficiency tests for learners of all levels in the Philippines.
Kanji and vocabulary drills based on the Marugoto Starter A1 coursebook, organized by topic including food, home, daily life, shopping and holidays.
Guide to purchasing souvenirs at Japanese shrines and temples, covering sacred items like omamori charms and practical goods such as daruma dolls and wagashi sweets.
A 3 or 4 week summer study trip in Tokyo combining Japanese language lessons at the Intercultural Institute of Japan with cultural activities including tea ceremony, matsuri, shibori, and local exchanges for learners.
Explores the 3,000-year history of uchiwa fans from ancient China to modern Japan, covering their cultural significance, artistic evolution during the Edo period, and role in Japanese society.
The Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur provides information about the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in Malaysia and worldwide, including test registration and details for learners preparing for the JLPT.
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.
Information about September performances at the Kabukiza Theatre in Tokyo, including plot summaries and cast details for traditional kabuki plays. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese theatre and culture.
School offering instruction in shodo, the Japanese art of calligraphy, through online and in-person workshops and courses. Rie Takeda teaches traditional techniques and philosophy for learners of all levels.
Official website of the International Aikido Federation providing information about aikido training, events, and gradings at the Aikido Hombu Dojo in Japan.
Video lessons with downloadable scripts and grammar explanations for intermediate learners, featuring conversations in everyday situations like classrooms, shops, and train stations set around the world.
Monthly in-person Japanese calligraphy workshops in London taught by Rie Takeda for all levels, covering brush movements, ink techniques, and the four treasures of calligraphy study.
Official Japan National Tourism Organization site providing travel guides, destination information, cultural experiences, and practical travel tips for visitors to Japan.
Guide to the fire kanji (火) covering its pictographic origin, meanings across Japanese contexts, stroke-by-stroke writing instruction, and appearance in five calligraphic styles.
Guide to Japanese festivals for foreigners covering major matsuri by season, cultural significance, etiquette, what to wear and eat, and how to find festivals.
Guide to how Japan celebrates Halloween as an adult costume season and commercial event, covering history, Shibuya crowds, parades, theme parks and shopping.
Article exploring the history, cultural significance, and practical uses of hinoki (Japanese cypress) in Japanese architecture, wellness practices, and spirituality.
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