Pages for learning Japanese about holidays and festivals, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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A three-week guided study trip combining Japanese language courses at an accredited school in Tokyo with cultural activities in Tokyo and Kyoto.
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.
Japan in spring is a wonderland of blooming flowers and meticulously maintained gardens that showcase the country's deep...
Guide to Shinto beliefs and proper etiquette for visiting Japanese shrines, including explanations of sacred spaces, purification rituals, and respectful behavior for travelers and learners.
Learning materials for the MARUGOTO Starter A1 coursebook covering Japanese culture, daily life, food, family, shopping and holidays with explanations and cultural notes for absolute beginners.
Guide to major types of Japanese yokai with origin stories, meanings, and cultural context. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese folklore and cultural traditions.
Explains how Japanese jokes work, including sound-based puns called dajare and the manzai comedy format, with real examples in IPA and cultural context for learners.
Interactive calculator that finds your Japanese zodiac animal, element, and traits based on birth year, with explanations of how the system works and differs from the Chinese zodiac.
Article explaining the history, legend, and cultural significance of Tanabata, Japan's Star Festival celebrated on July 7, written for learners interested in Japanese customs and seasonal traditions.
An interview with a Japanese Buddhist monk describing his daily activities, responsibilities to temple supporters, and roles in funeral and memorial services.
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.
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.
Article explaining the cultural significance of bowing in Japan, the different types of bows (eshaku, keirei, saikeirei, dogeza), and proper technique.
A blog about traditional Japanese calligraphy (shodo) that offers workshops, practice materials, technique guides, and cultural context through artistic projects exploring calligraphy's healing and expressive potential.
Official website of the International Aikido Federation providing information about aikido training, events, and gradings at the Aikido Hombu Dojo in Japan.
Article explaining kitsune fox folklore, Inari shrine traditions, mask symbolism and legendary fox stories for learners interested in Japanese culture and mythology.
Guide to fifteen Japanese Shinto and imported deities with their domains, main shrines, and mythological stories from the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, useful for travelers and those learning about Japanese culture.
Lesson 26 from Minna no Nihongo textbook covering vocabulary and kanji for daily rules and states of affairs, with in-lesson practice and related JLPT N5 listening exercises for beginner learners.
School of Shodo offers calligraphy demonstrations, performances, and workshops for learners of all levels, including live name-calligraphy experiences and online beginner courses taught by a professional instructor.
The Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur provides information about the NIHONGO Partners Programme, Japanese language courses, and JLPT testing opportunities in Malaysia and across Asia for learners at all levels.
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