Japanese Culture

Unraveling the Mystery of the Kappa: Japan’s Water Spirit and the Secrets of Its Iconic Head Dish

Explore the fascinating world of Japan’s kappa: water-dwelling yokai with mysterious origins. Learn about their legends, head dish symbolism, and their enduring cultural role in Japan.
2024.06.24 2025.06.04
Japanese Culture
Japanese Cuisine

Okinawan Oden: Discovering the Unique Island Twist on Japan’s Classic Hotpot

Discover Okinawan Oden — a unique twist on Japan’s classic hotpot. Explore its rich pork-based broth, island-specific ingredients, and cultural significance in Okinawan cuisine.
2024.06.09 2025.06.04
Japanese Cuisine
Japanese Art

Gigaku: Unveiling Japan’s Ancient Masked Dance-Drama and Its Enduring Legacy

Discover Gigaku: Japan’s earliest masked dance-drama with Buddhist roots. Learn its history, decline, cultural influence, and revival in Japanese performing arts.
2024.06.06 2025.06.04
Japanese Art
Science and Nature

Mount Yakedake: Assessing the Eruption Risk of Japan’s Active Volcano

Explore Mount Yakedake’s eruption history, current activity, and potential hazards. Learn how this active Japanese volcano is monitored and what risks a future eruption might bring.
2024.06.04 2025.06.04
Science and Nature
Japanese Weather

When Does Summer Start in Japan? Understanding the Seasons Through Nature, Culture, and Meteorology

When does summer start in Japan? Explore the traditional calendar (Rikka), meteorological definitions, and nature’s seasonal signs — from fireflies to cicadas — that mark summer’s arrival.
2024.06.03 2025.06.04
Japanese Weather
Travel and Tourism

Capsule Hotels: Japan’s Ingenious Solution to Urban Living and Minimalist Travel

Discover the origins, design philosophy, and unique charm of Japan’s capsule hotels — from minimalist urban innovation to modern luxury pods blending Japanese efficiency and hospitality.
2024.06.03 2025.06.04
Travel and Tourism
Japanese Culture

Japanese Bathhouse Culture: From Ancient Temples to Modern Super Sento

Explore Japan’s rich bathhouse (sento) culture, from its Buddhist origins to modern super sento. Learn about mixed bathing, architecture, sauna customs, and the enduring role of community bathing.
2024.05.30 2025.06.04
Japanese Culture
Japanese Architecture

Why Are Some Towers Red and White? Decoding Japan’s Tower Color Standards

Learn why some towers in Japan are painted red and white while others remain unpainted. Discover how aviation safety laws, height regulations, and historical standards determine tower color coding.
2024.05.30 2025.06.04
Japanese Architecture
Japanese History

Miyako Odori: Kyoto’s Timeless Spring Dance That Brings Geisha Tradition to Life

Discover Miyako Odori, Kyoto’s spring geisha dance. Learn its rich history, cultural significance, and how this timeless performance preserves Japan’s traditional arts each year.
2024.05.28 2025.06.04
Japanese History
Japanese Cuisine

Tokoroten: Japan’s Ancient Jelly That’s Not Quite What It Seems

Discover Tokoroten, Japan’s ancient seaweed-based jelly. Explore its unique texture, cultural history, health benefits, and how it differs from kanten, kuzukiri, and Western jelly.
2024.05.24 2025.06.04
Japanese Cuisine
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