Tateishi and the Standing Stone Monument
Tateishi is a quaint neighborhood in Katsushika in Japan’s capital city, Tokyo. The neighborhood is named after a small stone monument called Tateishi-sama and it stands exactly…
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Explore the culture, lifestyle, and excitement of studying abroad in Japan.
Tokyo in Photos by KCP Student Sergio Montes
KCP Fall 2019 student Sergio Montes recently took some stunning photos of scenes in the Tokyo area and these do not disappoint! Check these out….
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4 Odd Japanese Foods You Must Try if You’re Daring
Japan is divided into unique geographical regions. Each region having developed its own distinct culinary customs. Every dish offers a diverse collection of regional foods…
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Tips When Travelling to Japan
It’s always an exciting experience to travel to a new country and get to know new places and other cultures. Japan is ranked #2 as…
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Irezumi: Traditional Japanese Tattoos
Once used for spiritual and decorative purposes, tattooing in Japan can be traced as far back as the Jōmon period or Japan’s paleolithic period (about…
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KCP’s Winter Program and Fun Things to Do
KCP International Japanese Language School in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has been a leader in Japanese language education for almost 40 years. KCP serves about 900 students…
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Celebrating the New Year in Japan
The New Year or Shōgatsu is Japan’s most important holiday. Many Japanese businesses close during this time so people can spend time with their families….
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Japan as a Budget Traveler’s Destination
Japan is increasing becoming a popular destination for many travelers. Over the recent years, the Japanese government has been working on measures to make Japan…
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