2025-08

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🚋Cable Car Day (August 29) — Japan’s First Aerial Journey and Its Enduring Charm

August 29 is Cable Car Day in Japan. Learn about the country’s first cable car—the Ikoma Cable—and explore its cultural roots, scenic routes, and spiritual significance. A unique journey through Japan’s transportation heritage awaits.
2025.08.29
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Osaka–Kansai Expo 2025 | Where Future and Tradition Meet

Experience Japan’s Osaka–Kansai Expo 2025: a 184-day celebration of innovation, tradition, and global unity on the island of Yumeshima.
2025.08.28
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“Why Japan?” Series

Why Do Japanese People Use Salt for Purification?

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2025.08.28
“Why Japan?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🎻 August 28: Violin Day — The Sound of Cultural Fusion in Japan

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2025.08.28
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Japanese Culture

🍱The True Essence of Japanese Cuisine: What Foreigners Often Misunderstand

Japanese cuisine is more than sushi—it's a quiet philosophy of gratitude, seasonality, and everyday beauty. Explore the heart of Washoku through poetic storytelling and cultural insight.
2025.08.27
Japanese Culture
“Why Japan?” Series

Why Do Japanese People Dry Laundry Outside?

Discover why millions in Japan still dry laundry outdoors despite modern dryers. Explore cultural beliefs, seasonal traditions, and eco-friendly values behind this everyday ritual.
2025.08.27
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🍨August 27: Japan’s Gelato Day – A Sweet Cultural Twist from Italy to Tokyo

Did you know Japan celebrates Gelato Day every August 27? Discover how this Italian dessert becomes a poetic symbol of seasonal change, cultural fusion, and summer’s farewell in Japan.
2025.08.27
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🌿The Beauty of Mottainai: A Journey Through Japan’s Sustainable Textile Traditions

Explore the Japanese philosophy of mottainai through upcycled kimono, sakiori weaving, and sustainable textile art. A poetic guide for global readers seeking ethical beauty and cultural depth.
2025.08.26
Japanese Culture
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Global Taboos vs. Japanese Taboos: A Cultural Journey Through What Not to Do

Introduction: What Is a Taboo?The word “taboo” originates from the Polynesian term tapu, meaning “sacred” or “forbidden....
2025.08.26
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🍺 August 26 Is Canned Beer Day in Japan | A Journey Through Summer and Design

Discover the story behind Japan’s Canned Beer Day on August 26—from its Showa-era origins to modern seasonal designs. Explore how chilled beer reflects Japanese aesthetics, emotions, and cultural contrasts with the West.
2025.08.26
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