Children’s Festivals to Enjoy in Japan
Japan has a number of festivals or matsuri celebrated throughout the year. Most of the festivals are celebrated annually and Japanese culture embraces religious beliefs…
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Explore the culture, lifestyle, and excitement of studying abroad in Japan.
Ashikaga Gakkō: Japan’s Oldest Academic Institution
Ashikaga Yoshikane (1154 – April 5, 1199) was a Japanese samurai military commander and a feudal lord during the late Heian and early Kamakura period. He played…
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Jade: The Green Gold
Jade is a mineral predominantly known for its green color. The jade mineral can also appear naturally in other colors such as white and yellow….
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The Japanese Hanami Tradition
Sakura flowers, or cherry blossoms, have a deep connection with the history and culture of Japan. The flowers are an allegory of many Japanese traditions such as the…
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Ochugen and Oseibo Gift-giving Traditions
Gift giving is an important Japanese custom where gifts are given not just on special occasions but also as a social obligation. The emphasis in…
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Meibutsu: Coveted Japanese Regional Specialties
Japan is a beautiful island nation with a diverse and unique culture as with any other country. The history and development of the nation has…
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Historic Shibuya
Shibuya is one of the many thriving districts of Tokyo. It is famous for being the bustling shopping, dining and entertainment hub around Shibuya Station….
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Experience the History and Culture of Japan in Ueno!
Tokyo’s Ueno district is home to some of the city’s most popular cultural sites such as the Tokyo National Museum, the Natural Museum of Nature…
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