KCP Experiences of Former Student Brittani Newson
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Former student Brittani Newson tells us her views of the KCP program. Thanks, Brittani! What made Tokyo even more amazing was the friends I made.…
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Popular Japanese Horror Films to Chill and Thrill
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Japanese horror, or J Horror, has become part of the pop culture. It is widely recognized for its spine-chilling storylines, with the occasional Western influence.…
Read ArticleEye-catching Kanzashi: Japanese Hair Ornaments
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Kanzashi are beautifully intricate hair ornaments used in traditional Japanese hairstyles. They were initially used in Japan during the Jōmon period, when Japanese believed that…
Read ArticleClassic Japanese Folktales
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It’s not surprising that Japan, a nation of global influence in entertainment and pop culture, is rich in classic folktales—originally handed down from generation to…
Read ArticleGet Acquainted with the Dainty Kokeshi Dolls
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Kokeshi are traditional hand-crafted Japanese wooden dolls with origins that can be traced to northern Japan. The dolls have a straight cylindrical body with large…
Read ArticleExperience Dai-Chochin Matsuri at Suwa Shrine
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One of the brightest and most beautiful festivals in Japan is the Dai-Chochin Matsuri (Giant Lantern Festival), also known as the Suwa Shrine Lantern Festival.…
Read ArticleKCP Students Have a Blast at Character Street and Odaiba
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On July 12, KCP students from the Japanese Anime and Manga Summer Program visited Tokyo Character Street, an underground shopping mall in Tokyo Station. There,…
Read ArticleJanet Hughen’s thoughts on KCP
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KCP alumna Janet Hughen, a returning student from the U.K., shared this insight with us about her time spent with KCP in Tokyo. KCP’s strengths…
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