Kutani Ware: Japanese Ceramic Style
Kutani ware (九谷焼 Kutani-yaki) is a style of Japanese Gotō Saijirō porcelain known for its colorful, vibrant painted designs. Kutani ware was established by Gotō Saijirō of the Maeda…
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Applying for a Yakkan Shoumei, by KCP student Steven Trapani
Before leaving for your study abroad adventure in Japan, keep in mind that there are policies when it comes to bringing in medication. Steven Trapani, a Fall…
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Reliving the Past in Nara
Heijō-kyō (平城京), also known as Nara no miyako, was the capital city of Japan during the Nara period (710–794 CE). During this time, Heijō-kyō was the country’s political…
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The Beautiful Island of Enoshima
Enoshima (江の島) is an island portion of mainland Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture. The small island is at the mouth of Katase River where it flows into Sagami Bay,…
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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!
The Story of Tada Kasuke and His Curse
Japan has its full share of eventful moments and memorable people who have formed the country’s history. One such person is well remembered in old Japanese…
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Coffee, Tea, Spirits, and Cats
Cats have been a strong part of Japan’s culture. Japan even has shrines devoted to cats—Nambujinja in Nagaoka (Niigata Prefecture), Konoshimajinja in Kyotango City (Kyoto), and Neko jinja…
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Shogi: Japanese Chess
Shogi (将棋), also known as the Generals’ Game, is a two-player strategy board game, probably the most popular native variant of chess in Japan. The Japanese…
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Bonsai: An Elevated Art Form
The art form of bonsai (盆栽) has been a Japanese tradition for centuries. It originated from the Chinese tradition known as penjing (miniature landscapes of trees…
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