Pages for learning Japanese about religion and shrines, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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Shinto is Japan's indigenous religion — a tradition of kami (sacred spirits) inhabiting natural features, ancestors, and phenomena.
A glossary of Aikido terms with Japanese vocabulary, basic pronunciation guide, and explanations of techniques and philosophy for practitioners learning the martial art.
Guide to major Japanese festivals throughout the year with information on history, locations, and practical participation tips for foreign residents and visitors.
A detailed guide to Japanese yokai folklore that explores the origins, types, and cultural significance of supernatural creatures in Japanese tradition.
Detailed lesson on the advanced Japanese grammar pattern ～ともなると, which expresses natural or inevitable consequences of reaching a significant stage or life event.
Guide to Japanese Zen garden design covering history, symbolism of stones and gravel, and instructions for creating full-scale and miniature gardens. Written for learners interested in Japanese culture and aesthetics.
An article explaining zafu meditation cushions, their history from ancient India through China to Japan, materials, uses, and cultural significance.
Guide to Japanese culture and traditions covering festivals, tea ceremonies, food customs, etiquette, and daily life practices written for visitors and learners seeking to understand how Japan actually works.
Video lesson for intermediate learners about a school trip to Kyoto with annotated photographs, cultural explanations, and downloadable materials including scripts and grammar guides.
The bout lasts seconds; the ritual takes centuries. Why sumo is a Shinto rite in disguise — the salt, the sacred ring, and the wrestling that came last.
A graded article about Prince Shōtoku and the fusion of Buddhism and Shintō in sixth-century Japan, presented in English and Japanese with audio.
An illustrated guide to washi, traditional Japanese paper, covering its definition, history, cultural significance, and production methods. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese craftsmanship and aesthetics.
Guide to respectful shrine and temple visiting practices in Japan, explaining the differences between Shinto and Buddhist sites and describing step-by-step rituals for visitors including purification, offerings, and.
A collection of articles and interviews by and about Stanley Pranin covering aikido history, technique, and the lives of aikido founders and instructors.
Guide to major Japanese festivals throughout the year, explaining their cultural and religious significance, with practical details on dates, locations, and what to expect.
Daily Japanese news stories from NHK rewritten at beginner level with English translation, short sentences, and explanations of proper nouns. Updated every morning and free to access.
Guide to ten major castles in Japan with descriptions, addresses, access information, and accommodation recommendations for travelers. Offers cultural and historical context for visitors.
Guide to ukiyo-e woodblock prints covering their history, artistic techniques, famous subjects and artists, cultural significance, and influence on Western art.
Guide to traditional Japanese garments including kimono, yukata, hakama and other clothing worn in Japan. Covers the history, structure and uses of each garment with cultural context for learners and travelers.
Guide to the Japanese counter 基 (き) for counting large immovable objects such as statues, machines, and structures, with pronunciation charts and example sentences for intermediate learners.
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