Pages for learning Japanese about religion and shrines, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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A collection of 30 Japanese proverbs (kotowaza) with explanations of their meanings and cultural contexts, including themes from Zen Buddhism, Bushido, and nature.
Guide to Japanese calligraphy as fine art, covering famous calligraphers from the ninth century to modern times, the philosophy of shodō, and the history of the tradition.
Guide to Japanese calligraphy (shodō) covering its Zen philosophy, history, essential tools, and brush techniques for learners beginning their own practice.
A blog offering guides to Japanese calligraphy practice and materials, with detailed explanations of individual kanji characters used in calligraphy, their meanings, and how to write them.
Guide to Japanese etiquette and social customs for travelers, covering shoes, bowing, chopsticks, dining, and public behavior. Helps visitors understand cultural values and avoid causing offense.
Guide to Japanese festivals and traditions for foreigners, covering major matsuri by season, participation etiquette, seasonal celebrations like Hanami and Obon, and cultural context for understanding festival customs.
Guide to using KANJIDAMAGE, a kanji dictionary that teaches characters through radical breakdown, mnemonics, and usefulness rankings for learners starting from the basics.
Learn the complete etiquette for visiting Shinto shrines in Japan: torii gate rules, purification rituals, prayer steps, dress code, photography rules, and more. A must-read guide for foreigners.
Explains the kanji and slang meaning of manji 卍 in Japanese, its historical significance in Buddhism and Japan, and its appearance in anime, with cultural context for learners encountering this symbol.
International organization teaching traditional Japanese martial arts including ninjutsu, jujutsu, iaijutsu, kenjutsu, and shurikenjutsu, with in-person and online training for students of all experience levels.
Guide to Japanese woodworking traditions and joinery techniques spanning 1,300 years, explaining the Zen philosophy behind working with wood without nails and the spiritual discipline of temple carpentry.
Guide to Japanese festival food stalls and street food etiquette for visitors, covering how to order, pay, queue, and eat festival foods like yakisoba and takoyaki while following local customs.
A thematic vocabulary chart of around 150 essential Japanese words for visitors, organized by practical situations like greetings, transportation, dining, and emergencies, with kana, romaji, meanings, and audio.
Guide to Shichi-Go-San etiquette covering gift amounts by relationship, noshi envelope selection, clothing choices, shrine visits, and ceremonial practices for this Japanese children's milestone celebration.
Guide to visiting Japanese temples covering their history, architecture, Buddhist significance, proper etiquette and worship practices. Suitable for travelers and learners new to Japanese culture.
An introductory guide to yokai, Japanese supernatural beings and folklore spirits, explaining their origins, types, and cultural significance for learners new to Japanese culture.
Guide to essential Japanese etiquette and manners for international students, covering train behavior, classroom conduct, dining customs, shoe removal, and cultural expectations based on the concepts of harmony and.
A vocabulary lesson for the JLPT N2 word 寺院 (ji'in, Buddhist temple), with definition, related kanji, similar words, and four example sentences with furigana and English translations.
What does yokai mean? Explore Japanese folklore, key types, famous examples, and the differences between yokai, kami, yūrei, oni and ghosts.
Article explaining the oni demon in Japanese folklore and mythology, covering their origins, appearance, powers, and role in Buddhism and modern Japanese culture.
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