Snippets of Japan by KCP Summer Short-term 2015 Alum Haley Albin
Japan is brimming with visual wonders: photo opportunities can be found everywhere you turn. Summer Short-term alum Haley Albin took some fabulous snaps showing various…
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Japanese Figures who Helped Shape History
Many Japanese have contributed to shaping history, making great contributions to various fields from arts and literature to medicine. Here are just a few of the many…
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Tenugui: Japanese Hand Towel
When returning from a trip abroad, it is a common practice to bring back presents or souvenirs for oneself, family, and friends. In Japan, omiyage are things…
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The Reign of Emperor Hirohito
The reign of Emperor Hirohito marked a turning point in Japan’s monarchy. One poignant reason for this is the Emperor’s “renunciation of divinity.” The Japanese…
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With KCP International, immerse yourself in the heart of Tokyo with a wide variety of courses, flexible schedules and convenient packages you keep your experience easy!
Wadōkaichin : Japanese Currency
Money has become an essential part of everyday existence. Money developed as a means to carry out transactions that involve a physical medium in exchange…
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The Kamikaze Pilots of Japan
The Battle of Bun’ei and the Battle of Kōan were failed Mongol invasion attempts on Japan. It is believed that through divine providence, the Japanese…
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Comparing Shinto and Buddhism
It can be confusing to tell the differences between the religious affiliations of a temple or shrine if you are not familiar with religious practices in Japan….
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Intricate Japanese Silk
Silk has been a much coveted commodity since it was first developed in ancient China. The Silk Road is a 6,000-kilometer trading route that stretched…
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