Culture
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] This City in Osaka Gives Students Good Luck Sweets During Exam Season
We are entering March, which for students means only one thing: exam season. We all remember it, […]
Sports
Countdown to Tokyo 2020: Japan’s Arts and Culture Also Prepare for the Olympics Stage
The six-month countdown to the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games started on January 24, and the athletes are working hard [&hel
Culture
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Kanazawa Carries On Edo-Era Kaga Tobi Firefighter Festival
Sometimes, traditions have hidden histories to uncover. Other times, the origins can be surprisingly obvious and yet
Culture
Ringing in the New Year the Traditional Japanese Way in Kanazawa
Japan does New Year quite differently than other countries. In fact, many people compare Japanese New Year to American
Culture
Invite the new year into your home with the Ōsōji cleaning ritual
As many countries around the world are busy unwrapping Christmas gifts and keeping that yuletide log burning in the fire
Culture
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] 2019’s Most-Loved Personalities As Mataro Ningyo Dolls
There is a dollmaker shop in Tokyo’s Naka Okachimachi neighborhood specializing in dolls that serve as charms for the
Culture
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Team Up With 160-Year-Old Kyoto Doll Makers for Traditional Japanese Souvenirs
Source: Starbucks Japan You may have heard of the unique Starbucks located on Kyoto’s famous Ninenzaka, the steep hill
Travel
Hokkaido’s Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival is the Best Way to Experience the Wonders of Winter
Hi! I am Yoshiaki Wada, 48, a member of the House of Representatives of Japan, elected from Hokkaido. Moreover, [&hell
Blog
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Daruma for 2020? Why Not a Cute Mouse from Hiratsuka?
Except for the uninitiated, most everyone in Japan will know that daruma is normally a papier maché good luck [&hellip
Special Reports
Emperor Naruhito’s Enthronement Ceremony: What to Expect
(UPDATED after the ceremony) The enthronement ceremony for Emperor Naruhito, called Sokuirei-Seiden-no-Gi, took place
Special Reports
Untangling the Myth Behind the Whaling Controversy: A Director’s Take
I still remember the taste of hard-to-swallow fried whale meat served in Japanese school lunches. I have no nostalgia
Culture
Firework Inspired Wagashi Bring the Beauty of Summer Festivals to Traditional Japanese Sweets
Source: wagashi_sanchan The seasonal changes are often celebrated in Japanese art, and the art of confectionery is no di