Japanese Culture

Kusatsu Onsen: Japan’s Legendary Hot Spring of Healing and Tradition

Explore Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan’s most famous hot springs. Discover its rich history, unique acidic waters, therapeutic benefits, and timeless traditions like Yumomi.
2024.04.29 2025.06.04
Japanese Culture
Japanese Culture

Why Japan Doesn’t Use Daylight Saving Time: A Cultural and Historical Perspective

Discover why Japan doesn’t use Daylight Saving Time. Explore Japan’s brief history with DST, cultural attitudes, and the practical reasons behind its year-round standard time.
2024.04.29 2025.06.04
Japanese Culture
Japanese History

Why Japan Has No Nobility: The Rise and Fall of Japanese Aristocracy

Learn why Japan has no nobility today. Explore Japan’s unique historical transition from samurai and Kazoku peerage to a fully egalitarian society under its postwar Constitution.
2024.04.29 2025.06.04
Japanese History
Japanese Culture

Showa Day: Japan’s National Holiday Reflecting on the Showa Era

Discover the meaning of Showa Day, Japan’s April 29 national holiday. Learn how it evolved from Greenery Day and why it serves as a time for reflection on Japan’s complex 20th-century history.
2024.04.29 2025.06.04
Japanese Culture
Japanese History

The Shoguns of Japan: How Military Leaders Shaped Japanese History for Over 700 Years

Explore the history of Japan’s shoguns, from the Kamakura and Muromachi periods to the Tokugawa Edo era. Learn how these military leaders shaped Japanese politics and culture for centuries.
2024.04.28 2025.06.04
Japanese History
Japanese History

The Female Emperors of Japan: Breaking Tradition on the Chrysanthemum Throne

Discover Japan's eight female emperors and their roles in shaping the Chrysanthemum Throne. Explore their historical significance and the modern debate over imperial succession.
2024.04.28 2025.06.04
Japanese History
Japanese Condiments

Yuzu Kosho: Japan’s Citrusy Chili Paste Packed with Flavor and Health Benefits

Discover the health benefits, cultural roots, and easy homemade recipe for Japan’s citrusy chili paste: yuzu kosho. Learn how this super-condiment adds flavor and wellness to any dish.
2024.04.27 2025.06.04
Japanese Condiments
Japanese Cuisine

Bancha vs Sencha: Unveiling the Differences and Cultural Roots of Japanese Green Teas

Discover the key differences between Bancha and Sencha, two iconic Japanese green teas. Learn about their flavors, processing methods, historical origins, and cultural significance.
2024.04.24 2025.06.04
Japanese Cuisine
Japanese Cuisine

Kamatama Udon: The Creamy Sanuki Noodle Dish You Need to Try

Discover Kamatama Udon, a creamy Sanuki noodle dish from Japan’s Kagawa Prefecture. Learn its origins, how it's made, and why its rich, simple flavors have won fans worldwide.
2024.04.22 2025.06.04
Japanese Cuisine
Japanese Cuisine

Kama-age Udon: The Traditional Sanuki Noodle Steeped in Simplicity and Flavor

Discover Kama-age Udon, a traditional Japanese noodle dish from Kagawa. Learn its origins, unique preparation method, and why its warm, chewy texture offers a comforting taste of Japan.
2024.04.22 2025.06.04
Japanese Cuisine
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