The Brave Taro and Jiro
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A famous Japanese canine that is probably known all around the world is Hachiko who waited at Shibuya station faithfully for his master until his…
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5 Common Experiences to Try When in Japan
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As the known adage goes, ‘When in Rome, do as the Romans Do’. This refers to adapting to the customs of the people of a…
Read ArticleIzumo no Okuni: The Woman Behind Kabuki
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Kabuki is regarded as a timeless gem within Japan’s rich theatrical tradition, celebrated for its vivid portrayal of the intricate tapestry of human emotions in…
Read ArticleBack to Elementary in Japan with Randoseru and Kyushoku
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Randoseru (ランドセ) is a sturdy and rigid backpack crafted from stitched leather or similar durable materials, widely worn by elementary schoolchildren in Japan. The term…
Read ArticleDiscovering Chofu by KCP Spring 2023 student Andalucia Curtis (Part 2)
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Japanese superstitions are deeply rooted in the history and culture of the people. Japan also has its fair share of creepy legends, ghost stories and local ghoulish…
Read ArticleThe Season for Shinrin-yoku
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There is a practice known as shinrin-yoku (森林浴) or shinryoku in Japan which literally means “forest bath” – a practice of “bathing” in nature with the purpose…
Read ArticleDiscovering Chofu by KCP Spring 2023 student Andalucia Curtis (Part 1)
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The capital city of Japan, Tokyo, is more often than not, thought of by many as a bustling city full of chaotic energy. Unbeknownst to…
Read ArticleFrozen in America’s 1950’s in Saitama Prefecture
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Saitama Prefecture (埼玉県, Saitama-ken) is a landlocked prefecture of Japan and is part of the Greater Tokyo Area. Saitama Prefecture is considered to be a suburb…
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