Christianity in Japan and Nozaki Island
Shinto and Buddhism are the two major religions in Japan. Among the two, Shinto is the predominant religion practiced by almost 80% of the population. Shinto (神道 Shintō, “way of the…
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One on One with KCP Alumnus Abigail Dunn, Part 4
MEET KCP ALUMNUS, ABIGAIL DUNN, AS SHE SHARES HER KCP EXPERIENCE! Did KCP meet expectations? Abigail: Absolutely! And I got what I put into it….
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Japan and the Silk Road
Silk is produced using fibroin, an insoluble protein created by some insect larvae to form cocoons. It is a natural protein fiber with some forms…
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KCP’s Spring 2018 Brittney Lillard Shares her KCP Experience!
Studying in Japan can change your forever! It is an amazing, and life-enriching in many ways. One of the advantages of pursuing learning another language such as…
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One on One with KCP Alumnus Abigail Dunn, Part 3
KCP’s Academic Year 2016 student, Abigail Dunn, shares her valuable insights on her life changing experience in Japan with KCP. Many thanks, Abigail! So, you’re back…
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The Chashitsu of the Way of the Tea
Also known as the Way of the Tea, the chanoyu (茶の湯) in Japanese culture. The manner in which the event is performed is called otemae. The tea ceremony is…
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The Tomioka Silk Mill
Harvesting silk in Japan began during the 3rd century when China and Korea introduced the practice. Japanese silk industry reached its all time high during…
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Amazing Wara Art of Japan
Niigata Prefecture is in the Chūbu region of Northern Japan. Its coastal capital is Niigata, known for having a multitude of rice paddies. After the…
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