The Story Behind “Sato”: Japan’s Most Common Family Name Unveiled

Japan’s Sakoku: Understanding the Edo Period’s Unique Isolationist Policy

Nori: How to Enjoy Japan’s Beloved Seaweed the Healthy Way

Bushido vs. Chivalry: A Cross-Cultural Look at Warrior Codes from Japan and Europe

The Sacred Origins and Storied Evolution of Sumo: Japan’s National Sport

The Sacred Meaning Behind Why Sumo Wrestlers Throw Salt

Takoyaki: Tasty but Calorie-Heavy – A Nutritional Look at Japan’s Famous Street Snack

Sohei: The Warrior Monks of Medieval Japan

Japan’s Gun Ownership Rate: How It Compares Globally

Choju-giga: Japan’s Frolicking Animals and the Birth of Visual Storytelling

Unveiling the Secrets of Shuriken: The History, Types, and Craftsmanship Behind Ninja Stars

Shogi: Japan’s Timeless Game of Strategy and Culture

The Complete Guide to Sarashi: Japan’s Traditional Binding Cloth and Its Many Uses Today

Shiba Inu: The Ancient Roots of Japan’s Most Beloved Dog

How Heavy Is a Jūnihitoe? Exploring the Weight and Elegance of Japan’s 12-Layer Kimono

Tall Women in Japan: Height Trends and Cultural Perspectives

Torii Gates: Exploring the Sacred Thresholds of Japan’s Spiritual Landscape

Ranma: The Elegant Transoms That Embody Japanese Architectural Craftsmanship

Public Holidays in Japan

What Is Shunbun no Hi? Japan’s Spring Equinox Holiday and Its Deeper Meaning

Shunbun no Hi (Spring Equinox Day) is a national holiday in Japan that honors nature and ancestors. Learn its meaning, traditions, and how Japanese people celebrate it.

2025.03.16 2025.06.04

Japanese Society

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

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