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Traditional Japanese art forms have been a source of fascination and inspiration for centuries, not only in Ja … Continue reading Traditional Japanese Art Forms

What does the word “New Year” mean to you? In some cultures, the first thoughts that come to mind might be wat … Continue reading Hatsumode – Traditional Shrine Visit in the New Year

It is said that compared to people from other countries, Japanese tend to view themselves as belonging to a sh … Continue reading Essential Tips on Saying “No” in Japanese

If you have ever been stuck on the crowded trains of Tokyo, you know the relief of being offered a seat (thoug … Continue reading Essential Tips on Saying “Thank You” in Japanese

Tea was introduced to Japan from China by Zen Buddhists around the 12th century in the Heian Period. They were … Continue reading Essential Tips on Attending a Japanese Tea Ceremony

So in the previous article, we gave you essential tips when visiting a Japanese shrine. This time, however, we … Continue reading Essential Tips on Visiting A Temple

Praying at the temples and shrines in Japan is largely out of tradition rather than a full-blown belief in the … Continue reading Essential Tips on Visiting A Shrine

Much like in other countries, applying for most jobs in Japan will require a resume, regardless of part-time/f … Continue reading Essential Tips on Writing a Japanese Resume

Buddhism in Japan Today The majority of the people in Japan probably would not consider themselves to be Buddh … Continue reading Buddhism in Japan

Popular culture, or pop culture, is generally considered the sum of concepts, ideas, attitudes, icons, and tre … Continue reading Japanese Popular Culture