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Over 100 years, Japanese cinema has been growing, evolving and spreading its influence to the rest of the worl … Continue reading Most Influential Classical Movies in Japan

In a nutshell, women won’t be waking up to red roses in February, and men will be spending their March salary … Continue reading Valentine’s Day in Japan

The New Year’s celebration brings forth a festive time. Many countries and cultures have their own tradi … Continue reading Traditional Japanese New Year Food

The concept of Japanese hospitality, otherwise known as omotenashi (お持て成し), has come to light recently due to … Continue reading A Deep Look Into Japan’s “Omotenashi”

Japanese flower arranging, or Ikebana, has come a long way from its humble roots as temple offerings centuries … Continue reading Innovative Living Art of Ikebana

How Birthdays Are Celebrated in Japan Just like in English, it can be a bit too straightforward to ask for som … Continue reading Celebrating Birthdays in Japan

In order to keep this simple, there are two categories most people fall into when it comes to pensions: 1) A p … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About The Japanese Pension System

Kafunsho, the Japanese word for pollen allergies, is an inevitable topic of conversation every spring in Japan … Continue reading Dealing with Hay Fever in Japan

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