Unique to Japan, Shinto Shrines Link People To Their Japanese Roots

9 Tokyo Shrines To Visit To Learn About Japanese History and Culture

By Erika van 't Veld
August 30, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Out & About

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The Best Japanese Video Games With Strong Female Characters

By Jessica Esa
August 28, 2019 | Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

A controversial topic that has some people raging and others scratching their heads

The #KimOhNo Conversation: How Do Japanese People Feel About It Now?

By Jes Kalled
August 15, 2019 | Interviews, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

In Memory of Those That Came Before

Obon: The Japanese Festival Of The Dead

By Shizuka Sakamoto
August 12, 2019 | Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

Discover the rich history of Japan’s biggest Port City

Sail Training Ship Nippon Maru: A Must-Add To Your Yokohama Itinerary

By Lucy Dayman
August 10, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Sponsored Post

Everything you need to know about attending a Buddhist funeral

Parting Ways: Funeral Etiquette in Japan

By Alicia Hamasaki
July 26, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture

Women Making Strides Through Anime

6 Anime With Compelling Female Protagonists to Enjoy in 2019

By Jessica Esa
July 24, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

Don’t Be Like Kim K—Do Your Research First!

6 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Kimonos

By Suzanne Bhagan
July 15, 2019 | Art & Culture, Fashion, History, Japanese Culture

This July, Wish Upon A Star

Tanabata: The Night When Love Prevails

By Shizuka Sakamoto
July 5, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture

Face to face with one of Japan's most artistic fabric dyeing techniques

Kaga Yuzen: Experiencing a Traditional Silk Dyeing Technique in Kanazawa

By Vicki L. Beyer
May 19, 2019 | Fashion, Japanese Culture

The Koinobori, The Armor & The Food Explained

Kodomo No Hi: A Guide To Children’s Day In Japan

By Ai Faithy Perez
May 3, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture