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- カテゴリー: “What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
- 📅 December 8th: Harikuyo and Koto-osame ― The Culture of Gratitude and Closure in Japan
- 🇯🇵 December 7th: “Taisetsu” (Major Snow) — Unveiling the Depths of Japanese Culture Shaped by Winter
- 🇯🇵 December 6th: Sound Day and Symphony Memorial Day – The Harmony of Japanese Spirit and Technology
- 🇯🇵 【Ultimate Guide】Japan’s Anniversary Series: December 5th – The Day Prince Shotoku Established the “Twelve-Cap Ranks.” The Dawn of Meritocracy and the Culture of Color in Japan
- 🎬 December 4th is “E.T. Day”! The Timeless Masterpiece of SF Fantasy That Continues to Resonate in Japanese Hearts
- 📅 Japan’s “Calendar Day” (December 3rd): The Intersection of Culture and Technology in Marking Time
- 🇯🇵🤝🇦🇷 A Bond Across the Oceans: History and Culture of December 2nd, “Japan-Argentina Friendship Day”
- 🇯🇵 December 1st is “Movie Day”! A Special Day Where the History and Culture of Japanese Cinema Live On
- 📸 Focus on the Future: November 30th, Japan’s “Camera Day” and the Democratization of Photography Culture
- November 29th is “Good Meat Day” (Ii Niku no Hi): The Magic of Japanese Puns and a Culinary Revolution
- November 28th is “French Bread Day”: A Culinary Revolution on Japanese Tables
- Revolution in a Box: Unpacking “Instant Curry Day” on November 27th
- November 26th “Pen Day”: Unraveling Japanese Literature and World-Class Stationery Culture
- November 25th: “OL Day” and the Evolution of Japanese Office Culture
- November 24th is “Opera Day”: The Day Meiji Japan Met Western Voices
- Autumn in Japan is not merely a change of seasons. It is a sacred time when we receive blessings from the earth, and gods and humans become one through “food.” Today is November 23rd. While most modern Japanese recognize this day as “Labor Thanksgiving Day” (Kinro Kansha no Hi) and enjoy a public holiday, the true form of this day is hidden within the most important and mysterious imperial ritual that has been protected for over 2,000 years.
- The Quiet Approach of Winter: Exploring “Shōsetsu” (Small Snow)
- November 21st is “Fried Chicken Day” in Japan: Why Did the Nation Fall in Love with This Taste?
- November 20: The Day Japanese Hospitality Met the West. What is “Hotel Day”?
- In the mornings in Japan, you often see a vibrant green figure on the school commute routes. This isn’t just a uniform; it is a symbol of Japan’s “myth of safety” and the strength of its local communities. November 19th is known in Japan as “Green Auntie Day” (Midori no Obasan no Hi). Why green? Why “Auntie”? delving into this anniversary reveals the post-war history of Japan and its unique spirituality dedicated to protecting children.
- 【November 18】The Birth of Eternal Kyoto: Why the Emperor Sought “Heian”
- November 17th, “Shogi Day”: The Japanese Spirit and a Unique Global Rule on the Board
- November 16th, Kindergarten Anniversary: A Symbol of Japan’s Modernization and the First Step in Learning “Group Harmony”
- November 15 “Shichi-Go-San” — Japan’s Beautiful Rite of Passage Celebrated at Winter’s Approach
- November 14th “Women’s Lib Day”: The Anniversary of the Revolt Against Japan’s “Good Wife, Wise Mother”
- November 13th. Did you know that this day is celebrated in Japan as “Urushi no Hi,” or “Lacquer Day”?
- November 12th is Yōfuku Kinenbi: The Day Japan Chose the Suit
- November 11th is Cheese Day: How Japanese Culture Embraced a Western Flavor
- November 10th is Elevator Day: The Technology and Culture That Expanded Japan Vertically
- November 9th: The Day Japan “Deleted” a Month and a Half
- November 8th, Boiler Day: How Japan’s Reverence for Fire Evolved into Modern Safety Awareness
- Ritto (立冬): The Calendar’s Signal for Winter and Japan’s Delicate Art of Seasonal Preparation
- It Didn’t Start with a “Nagaya”: November 6th, the Day Privacy Was Born in Japan
- November 5th, Japan-Brazil Friendship Day: A 130-Year Bond and Cultural Fusion Forged Across the Globe
- November 4th is “Good Embroidery Day”: The Thread of Japanese Beauty and History
- November 3rd, “Bunka no Hi”: Japan’s Clear “Singularity Day” for Celebrating Peace and Culture
- November 2nd: Hanshin Tigers Day – Deciphering Osaka’s Passion and the “Curse of the Colonel”
- ✨🇯🇵 November 1st: A Shipwreck, an Empress, and the Day of Black Tea (Kōcha no Hi) 🚢👑☕
- 🍵 October 31st: Delving into the Profound World of “Japanese Green Tea Day”
- The Imperial Rescript on Education Day: Tracing the Source of Modern Japanese Education and Morality
- 📽️The Magic That Frames Family Bonds Across Time: October 29th, “Home Video Day,” Explores Japanese Innovation and Culture
- October 28th: Gifu Prefecture Earthquake Disaster Prevention Day — The Spirit of “Preparedness” Rooted in Japanese Culture
- Japan’s Special Day: October 27, “Character and Print Culture Day,” Illuminating the Depth of Japanese Intellect and Spirit
- The Taste of Autumn, the Echo of History: Discovering Japan’s “Persimmon Day” on October 26th
- October 25th: The Day of the Shimabara Rebellion – The Tragedy and Culture That Shaped Japan’s Seclusion | What’s Today’s Special Day Series
- October 24th: The Day Japan Hosted Its First F1 Grand Prix and Proved Its Technological Soul to the World | What’s Today’s Special Day Series
- The Poetic Charm and Practical Wisdom of Japanese Seasons: Unraveling *Soko* (Descent of Frost) and October 23rd
- October 22nd: “Anime Day” That Captivates the World – Unraveling the Depths of Japanese Culture
- A Grand Turning Point in History: October 21st is the Day of the “Battle of Sekigahara”
- Miracle Night that Repelled the World’s Mightiest Empire: The Profound Shadow of the Battle of Bun’ei (October 20th) on Japanese Culture
- Oct 19th: The History and Culture of “Bargain Day” in Japan – Japan’s Passion for Deals
- October 18th & Koshin Day: The Japanese Vigil That Changes Destiny and Built Communities – Kiri53.com
- Deep Dive into “KARAOKE”: The World Language Born in Japan! October 17th is “Karaoke Culture Day”
- October 16, The Gentleman Thrown into the River: How a Baseball Victory Gave Birth to the Bizarre Urban Legend of the “Curse of Colonel Sanders”
- October 15th is Doll’s Day: The Culture of Respect and Souls in Japanese Dolls – Ningyo no Hi
- October 14th: Railway Day – The Story of the Iron Road that Supported Japan’s Modernization | What’s Today’s Special Day Series
- October 13th: The Profound Story of “Moving Day” (Hikkoshi no Hi) Connecting Japan’s Life and Spirit – KIRI53.com
- October 12th: Bashō-ki – Commemorating the Poetic Soul of Japan and the Wandering Master
- 🇯🇵 What’s Today’s Special Day Series: October 11th – The Miraculous Birth of “Ameya Yokocho”
- 【Japan’s National Holiday】”Sports Day” and the 1964 Tokyo Olympics: A Beacon of Hope for Global Reentry
- What is October 9th? Tool Day: Unraveling Japan’s Culture of Cherishing Objects from Asakusa’s “Kappabashi”
- 【Sekki】Kanro (Cold Dew) on October 8th: Deciphering the Deep Roots of Autumn’s Arrival in Japanese Culture
- October 7th: What is “Nagasaki Kunchi”? A Dazzling Festival Where Cultures Bloom
- 【October 6, 2025】The Heart of Japan Illuminated by the Full Moon: History and Culture of Tsukimi (Mid-Autumn Moon Viewing)
- October 5th is Timetable Day: A Symbol of Japan’s World-Renowned Precision and Meticulous Spirit.
- Japanese Sword Day (October 4) — The Art of the Blade That Captivates the World
- 🍞Who Is Anpanman? Japan’s Hero of Kindness
- October 2 is Shirt Day in Japan | A Cultural Journey Through Fashion and Wordplay
- 🍁October 1st: Koromogae Day – Japan’s Seasonal Clothing Tradition
- 🍁What Is Japan’s Autumn Foliage Forecast Announcement Day?
- 🌃Lighting Up Meiji Japan: The First Gas Street Lamps in Yokohama
- 🇯🇵 September 28: Japan’s Personal Computer Day — The Start of a Digital Revolution
- 🚗Women Drivers Day in Japan | The Story Behind the First Female Driver
- Typhoon Day｜September 26 and Japan’s Wind of Memory
- September 25: Fujinoki Kofun Memorial Day | Japan’s 1,400-Year-Old Time Capsule
- 🚉September 24: Midori no Madoguchi Day – A Journey Through Japan’s Railway Culture
- Autumnal Equinox Day in Japan: Honoring Nature and Ancestors
- 🇯🇵 September 22: Orphanage Day in Japan – A Journey into the Origins of Child Welfare
- 🎌September 21: Fashion Show Day in Japan | Exploring Japanese Style and Cultural Roots
- 🚍September 20 is Bus Day in Japan: A Journey into Public Transportation History
- What Is Myōji Day? The Hidden History Behind Japanese Surnames
- 🍜September 18: The Day Cup Noodles Changed the World
- Monorail Opening Day | How Japan’s Sky-Rail Changed Urban Travel
- September 16: Keiba Day – Discover Japan’s Unique Horse Racing Culture
- Respect for the Aged Day: A Japanese Tradition of Honoring Wisdom Across Generations
- September 14: The Founding of Japan’s First Women’s English Institute by Umeko Tsuda
- September 13: The Release of Super Mario Bros. — How a Mustached Plumber Changed the World
- Space Day: How Mamoru Mohri and Japan’s Space Program Inspire the World
- September 11: Public Telephone Day in Japan – A Retro Lifeline in the Smartphone Era
- 🎯Kyudo Day – Discover the Spirit and Beauty of Japanese Archery
- What Is Chōyō no Sekku? Japan’s Chrysanthemum Festival and Its Timeless Elegance
- Meiji Era Name Change Day: Japan’s Leap Toward Modernization
- What Is Hakuro? — A Seasonal Turning Point That Signals Autumn in Japan
- 🍬 September 6 is Candy Day — Exploring the Cultural Roots of Japan’s Oldest Sweet
- September 5: National Honor Award Day in Japan— A Celebration of Japan’s Pride and Inspiration
- 🎼 Classical Music Day: Rediscovering the Depth of Sound on September 4
- Celebrating Doraemon’s Birthday: Japan’s Cultural Icon of Friendship and the Future
- September 2nd Is Lottery Day in Japan | Exploring Luck, Fate, and Cultural Rituals
- September 1st: Disaster Prevention Day in Japan
- 📚August 31 is Homework Day — A Look into Japan’s Summer Vacation and the Meaning of Learning
- Mt. Fuji Weather Station Day: A Story Above the Clouds
- 🚋Cable Car Day (August 29) — Japan’s First Aerial Journey and Its Enduring Charm
- 🎻 August 28: Violin Day — The Sound of Cultural Fusion in Japan
- 🍨August 27: Japan’s Gelato Day – A Sweet Cultural Twist from Italy to Tokyo
- 🍺 August 26 Is Canned Beer Day in Japan | A Journey Through Summer and Design
- Instant Ramen Day – Japan’s Delicious Invention That Changed the World
- August 24: Love Sake Day — A Quiet Celebration of Poetry, Fermentation, and the Japanese Soul
- 🧊 Shosho: Japan’s Gentle Farewell to Summer
- What Is “Streetcar Day”? Discover Japan’s Historic Tram Anniversary on August 22
- Women University Students Day: The Moment Japan Opened the Gates of Higher Education
- 📘 What Day Is It Today? Teika Memorial Day and the Timeless Heart of Hyakunin Isshu
- Haiku Day – August 19: Discover the Beauty of Japan’s 17-Syllable Poetry
- 🏟️ English Blog Post: Koshien and the Soul of Japanese Baseball – Why August 18 Is High School Baseball Memorial Day
- カテゴリー: “Why Japan?” Series
- カテゴリー: Japanese Culture
- 【Ultimate Challenge】Why Do Japanese People Use Dozens of Ways to Say “I”? The Hidden History and True Nature of the Japanese Beneath the Words
- The Mind-Blowing Secret Behind Japan’s Clean, High-Tech Toilets: The Spirit of Omotenashi
- First Time at a Japanese Hair Salon: A European Traveler’s Surprising Encounter with Omotenashi
- Beyond Moon Dumplings: The Spirit of Japan’s Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
- Fortune-Telling in Japan: A Cultural Deep Dive for Global Readers
- The Sun Is Watching: Trust Culture in Japan’s Unmanned Farm Stands
- 🍙Why Are Onigiri Fillings So Fascinating? A Cultural Guide for Global Readers
- The Allure of Japanese Horror: Invisible Fear and Cultural Depth
- Why Do Japanese Students Clean Their Schools?
- 🌏Global Shower Habits vs. Japan’s Deep Bathing Culture
- The Aesthetics of Silence and Reading the Air: Japan’s Unspoken Social Rules
- 🍱The True Essence of Japanese Cuisine: What Foreigners Often Misunderstand
- 🌿The Beauty of Mottainai: A Journey Through Japan’s Sustainable Textile Traditions
- Why Japanese People Slurp Their Noodles — A Delicious Sound of Culture
- Dancing with Ancestors: A Local Bon Odori at My School
- 【Tradition × Pokémon】How Mataro Dolls Are Redefining Japanese Craftsmanship for the Future
- 🌸 What Is “Kawaii”? Japan’s Culture of Cuteness That Charms the World
- 🇯🇵 “No One Speaks Like the Textbooks Say!?” — What Surprises Foreign Learners About Real Japanese, and the Cultural Depth Behind It
- The Philosophy of “Mottainai”: Why Japanese People Cherish What They Have
- 🍃 What Is the “72 Micro-Seasons”? Japan’s Poetic Calendar That Breathes with Nature
- 🇯🇵 A Miracle in Plain Sight: Why Japanese Kindergarten Walks Astonish Foreign Visitors
- The Heart Behind “Itadakimasu” and “Gochisousama”
- What Is Obon? The Spirit Horses That Carry Our Ancestors Home
- 🌏 August: A Month of Remembrance — 10 Anime Films That Portray War and Preserve Peace for Future Generations
- 🎬 From Console to Cinema: Why Hollywood Is Adapting Japanese Games
- Why Japanese Ghost Stories Are Told in Summer: Cultural Origins, Famous Tales & Global Comparisons
- 🍁Risshū: Discovering Autumn in the Lingering Heat of Japanese Summer
- 🌏 Why Osaka Is Becoming a Global Destination: The City Where Foreign Residents Now Outnumber Japanese Newcomers
- 🎮 From Cards to Code: How Pokémon TCG Pocket Embodies Japan’s Playful Philosophy
- 🎮 From Play to Empire: How Japanese Games Transformed Global Culture
- ⚾ Shohei Ohtani and Japan’s Baseball Spirit: How Culture, Education, and Globalization Shaped a Phenomenon
- 🧘♂️The Aesthetics of Silence: How Rei and Ma Shape Japan’s Wordless Communication
- Japan’s Long Working Hours and Overtime Culture: Uncovering the Origins and Impacts
- 🚽 The Role of Toilets in Japan’s Aging Society: Design, Dignity, and Daily Life
- 🇯🇵5 Japanese Cultural Surprises That Make Foreigners Smile—Kindness Hidden in the Details
- 🌍 The Hidden Power of Fermentation: How Japan’s Microbial Wisdom Is Captivating the World
- 🇯🇵 Learning from Japan: Disaster Resilience and Cultural Wisdom in the Age of Climate Change
- 🍉A Slice of Summer: How Watermelon Defines Seasonal Culture in Japan
- 🇯🇵 Surprising Everyday Japan: A Culture Woven into the Details
- 🕰️ Why Being Late Feels Like a Sin in Japan
- 🍃The Healing Sound of Wind Chimes: Exploring Japan’s Philosophy of Summer Serenity
- Japanese Spirituality Explained: Why ‘Non-Religious’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Unspiritual’
- Why Do Japanese People Care So Much About What Others Think? A Deep Cultural Insight
- 🗾 Why Is Japanese So Complex? A Cultural Tapestry Woven with Language, History, and Mystery
- 🇯🇵Japan’s Governance Philosophy and Modern Politics: The Ōmitakara Ideal and the Turning Point of the 2025 House of Councillors Election
- 🇯🇵 5 Anime That Help You Understand Modern Japanese Culture | Family, Youth Values & Urban Life Explored
- 🇯🇵 Discovering Japan Through Stories: Five Narratives That Reveal the Soul of a Nation
- 🔥 Calling Back the Light — How Japanese Festivals Embody Prayer
- 🇯🇵 Beyond Duality: Japan’s Culture of Harmony, Weaving, and Political Spirit
- ✨ A Thousand Years of Radiance: The Era When Japanese Women Truly Shined
- 🛕 Shrines vs. Temples in Japan: What’s the Difference?
- 🏯 How to Properly Visit a Shinto Shrine: A Guide for Visitors to Japan
- 🏯 Edo’s Unshakable Trust: Japan’s Forgotten Legacy of Honor
- 🇯🇵 A Safe Society Rooted in Kindness: What an Edo-Era Tale Reveals About Japan
- 🇯🇵 Sushi: A Journey Through the Heart of Japanese Cuisine
- 🇯🇵 Health, Longevity, and Harmony: Why Japan Is a Nation Built to Thrive
- 🇯🇵 Equality, Not Sameness: The Hidden Philosophy Behind Japanese Anime’s Global Appeal
- カテゴリー: Japanese Folktale Series
- 🇯🇵 Japanese Folktale Series: The Kajika Screen (Frog Screen) ~ The Fate of a Love Trapped in a Byōbu ~
- 👹 The Rashomon Demon: A Tale of Life, Death, and Ego in Japanese Culture
- 🇯🇵Japanese Folktale Series: The Raccoon Dog’s Spinning Wheel – A Tale of Wisdom and Kindness
- 👺 The Tengu’s Cloak of Invisibility: Ancient Wisdom and Lessons from Japan’s Mysterious Mountains
- 🇯🇵 Deep Dive into Japanese Folklore: The Chilling Tale of the “Kamisori Gitsune” (Razor Fox)
- 🥕 The Story of the Three Roots: Unraveling “Ninjin to Gobo to Daikon” 🇯🇵
- 🇯🇵 A Tale of Mysticism and Passion: The Flute and Sword of Love Resounding in Lake Towada
- [Japanese Folktale] The Kappa’s Miraculous Medicine: A Legend of a Yokai’s Promise
- The Fountain of Youth: A Japanese Folktale of Desire and Innocence “The Old Woman Who Became a Baby”
- “The Snow That Hides Footprints”: A Heartbreaking Tale of Beauty and Separation
- Sokotsu Sobei: The King of Carelessness and His Epic Fails
- The Water Seed: A Miracle Blooming in the Parched Earth
- [Japanese Folktale] Ushikata to Yamanba: A Battle of Wits in the Silent Mountains
- 【Japanese Folklore】Funa Yurei: The Boat Spirits Seeking a Ladle
- Jigoku no Abaremono (The Rampage in Hell): A Tale of Japanese Craftsmanship Even in the Afterlife
- There is a story passed down in Japan, often told on rainy nights or during the humid heat of summer. It is not merely a ghost story intended to scare, but a tale of “love” that persists even after death. Today, I will introduce the legendary folktale known across Japan, particularly in Kyoto, as “The Child-Rearing Ghost” (Kosodate Yurei). While the word “ghost” may evoke fear, by the time you finish reading this story, you will likely feel a distinct warmth in your heart.
- Walking along the ancient roads of Japan, you may occasionally come across weathered stone monuments or old, decaying shrines. These are not merely ruins; they are fragments of memories where people once confronted “something beyond human understanding.”
- [Japanese Folktale] Azukitogi: The Mystery of the Bean Washer
- Winter in Japan is a season of breathtaking beauty, but also of ruthless severity. Buried deep within the snowy mountain villages lie stories of silence and sorrow. Today, I would like to introduce a Japanese folktale that symbolizes the deep “compassion” and “love” found in the Japanese soul: “The Tale of the Futon” (also known as “Futon Kabuse” or “The Poor Birds”). This story may differ from the happy-ending fairytales you are used to. However, within it lies the true essence of Japan.
- Introduction: Horror and Humor, Two Sides of the Same Coin
- [Japanese Folktale] The Mystery of the Char: A Desperate Cry from the River Guardian
- Greed Leads to Ruin: The Mysterious Voice from the Edo Moat, “Oiteke-bori”
- Outwitting a Monster with a Single Word: The Japanese Trickster Tale of “Tanokyu”
- The Mud-Stained Guardians: What “Taue Jizo” Reveals About Japanese Labor and Faith
- The Bear and the Fox: A Japanese Folktale on Strength, Wisdom, and Trust
- The Tragic Tale of Sadaroku and Shiro: A Loyal Dog’s Doomed Race Against Time
- Japanese folktales often feature beings that transcend human common sense, posing deep questions to us. The story we are introducing today, “Tanishi Choja” (The Mud Snail Millionaire), is a particularly unique tale.
- Title: The Kappa’s Rain Prayer: A Japanese Folktale Where a Promise to the “Other” Brings a Miracle
- 【Japanese Folktale Series】The Black Dragon of Oonuma
- The Beggar’s Tenugui: A Tale of Selfless Kindness, Miracles, and the Ruin of Greed
- Kiji mo Nakazuba: Why Silence is Golden and Speaking is Disaster
- The Mysterious Fish of the Lake: A Japanese Folktale on “Knowing Enough” and Respect for Nature
- Kitsune Nyobo (The Fox Wife): The Wife He Loved Was a Fox.
- Zatō no Ki (The Blind Man’s Tree): The Japanese Folktale Where a Father’s “Curse” Became Golden Treasure
- Tabibito Uma (The Traveler Horse): A Blizzard, a Spirit, and the Debt of Gratitude
- Kamotori Gonbei: The Comical Tale of the Greedy Man Who Flew
- 🇯🇵 The Hidden Treasure of Japanese Folktales: ‘Kashiki Chōja’ and the Power of Ingenuity
- 🏗️🇯🇵【Japanese Folktale Series】Wisdom and Courage Tame the Rapids: The Essence of Japanese Culture in “The Carpenter and the Oni Roku”
- 🌩️【Japanese Folktale Series】The Only Place the Thunder God Won’t Strike: The Japanese Folktale “Rai-sama and the Mulberry Tree” Teaches Coexistence with Nature and Faith
- The Magic of “Kotaro and the Mother Dragon”: A Tale of Nature, Sacrifice, and Maternal Love in Japan
- The Folktale’s Story: The Great Furuya no Mori CommotionCategory: Japanese Folktale Series
- The Geisha’s Portrait: Wisdom, Love, and the Triumph Over Power in a Japanese Folktale
- The Mice’s Sumo: The Miracle of Kindness and the Heart of Japan
- Exploring Japanese Folklore for Overseas Readers: The Deep Meaning of “The Pear-Picking Brothers” – A Tale of Ultimate Filial Piety
- Kaminagahime: The Japanese Folktale of the Long-Haired Princess and the Secrets of Black Hair Culture
- 【The Wind God and the Children】The Whimsical Kami and Japanese View of Nature | Japanese Folktale Series
- The Japanese Cinderella Story: “Hachikazuki Hime” Reveals Trials and True Beauty
- The Japanese Humor and Spirit of Tolerance: The Tale of Shojoji no Tanukibayashi (The Badger-Dog’s Drumming at Shojo-ji Temple)
- 【Japanese Folktale Series】Understanding the Power of Nature: Wisdom and Faith in ‘Chōfuku-zan no Yamanba’
- 【Japanese Folktale Series】A Warning to the Greedy Neighbor: What the Japanese Folktale ‘Saru Jizo’ Reveals about the Japanese Spirit
- Chikarataro: The Mud-Born Hero & The Japanese Spirit of Strength and Nature
- The Dragon’s Abyss (Ryu no Fuchi): A Deep Warning Awakened by Human Greed
- Ushiwakamaru: The Genesis of a Japanese Legend – The Story of the Tengu and Benkei | Japanese Folktale Series
- The Secret Dream That Forged a Destiny: Wisdom and Culture in the Japanese Folktale “Hatsuyume Choja”
- Japanese Folktale Series: Obasute Yama (The Mountain Where the Aged Were Abandoned) – Love and the Power of Wisdom
- Can You Hear It? The Voices of Animals: “Kikimimizukin” and the Japanese Spirit of Coexistence with Nature | Japanese Folktale Series
- Unraveling the Sea’s Secret: The Universal Lesson of the Japanese Folktale ‘Shio Fuki Usu’ (The Tide-Churning Mill)
- 【The Depth of Japanese Folktales】’The Sparrow, the Woodpecker, and the Turtle Dove’ Teaches Japanese Society and the Birds’ Wisdom
- Japanese Folktale Series: A Tale of Wisdom and Fortune – The Rich Man Tanishi (Tanishi Choja)
- Exploring the Japanese Heart: The Folktale “Tenpuku Chifuku” and the Philosophy of “Toku” (Virtue)
- Japanese Folktales: “Buying a Dream” – Seize Your Destiny and Overcome Adversity
- Shippo no Tsuri: Unpacking the Japanese Trickster Tale of the Fox and the Frozen Tail
- Mame-tsubu Koro Koro: A Japanese Folktale of Greed, Wisdom, and the Zen of “Taru o Shiru”
- The Tale of “Hiotoko” (Hyottoko): A Japanese Folktale Weaving Faith and Humor – The God of the Hearth
- Momotaro: The Essence of Japanese Culture Hidden in an Immortal Hero’s Tale
- 🦝Tanokyū: The Clever Performer and the Shapeshifting Tanuki
- The Eight-Transformation Hood | A Journey Through Japanese Folklore
- San Nen Netarō | The Silent Hero of Japanese Folklore
- 🍶Yōrō Falls: A Japanese Folktale of Miracles and Filial Love
- 🐒Saru Jizo｜A Heartwarming Japanese Folktale of Kindness and Miracles
- 🌬️The Tengu’s Feather Fan: A Wind-Swept Tale from Japanese Folklore
- The Three Magic Charms | A Tale of Wisdom, Faith, and Survival
- Wooden Buddha vs Golden Buddha – A Japanese Folktale of Faith and Fortune
- The Tale of the Wooden Buddha | A Story of Faith and Fortune
- What Is Zashiki-warashi? Japan’s Mysterious Child Spirit of Good Fortune
- Miminashi Hōichi: A Japanese Ghost Tale
- 🐢Urashima Tarō: A Timeless Japanese Folktale
- Binbōgami and Fukugami | A Japanese Folktale About Fortune and Heart
- 🍙Omusubi Kororin: A Rice Ball That Rolled into a World of Kindness
- 🔥Kachikachi-yama: The Deep Cultural Layers Behind a Tale of Revenge
- ❄️Kindness in the Snow: What the Japanese Folktale ‘Kasa Jizo’ Teaches Us
- 🌸Issun-bōshi: The Tiny Hero with a Giant Heart
- 🧘♂️Ikkyu: The Zen Monk Who Outsmarted the World with Wit and Wisdom
- Kobutori Jiisan | A Japanese Folktale About Dancing with Demons and Inner Beauty
- 🐒Saru Kani Gassen | A Japanese Folktale of Betrayal and Justice
- 🍀Warashibe Chōja: A Tale of Fortune Born from a Single Straw
- The Tongue-Cut Sparrow | A Tale of Kindness and Greed from Japan
- 🧒Kintaro: The Mighty Boy of the Mountains and the Spirit of Japan
- 🌸 Hanasaka Jiisan: The Miracle of Blossoms from Ashes
- ❄️Yuki-onna: The Haunting Snow Spirit of Japanese Winter
- 🫖Bunbuku Chagama: A Japanese Folktale of Friendship and Gratitude
- 🦢 The Grateful Crane: A Beautiful Tale of Life and Promise
- Kaguya-hime | Japanese Folktale Series Vol.3
- Urashima Taro｜Japanese Folktale Series Vol.2
- 🍑 Japanese Folktales Vol.1: Momotaro – A Tale of Courage and Companionship
- カテゴリー: Japanese History
- カテゴリー: travel to Japan
- Why is Japan Turning a “Prison” into a Luxury Hotel? Decoding Japanese History and the Future of Omotenashi in Nara
- Top Japanese Alcohol Picks for Visitors｜Chita, Dassai, Tomi no Oka
- Why Are Japanese Homes So Small? Foreign Visitors React to Japan’s Unique Sense of Space
- Top 5 Convenience Store Drinks in Japan for International Visitors
- Top 5 Japanese Convenience Store Ice Creams Loved by International Visitors
- Why Tipping Is Not Required in Japan: Understanding Omotenashi Culture
- The Ultimate Guide to Kaiten-Zushi (Conveyor-Belt Sushi) in Japan — How to Enjoy It Like a Local
- Osaka–Kansai Expo 2025 | Where Future and Tradition Meet
- Global Taboos vs. Japanese Taboos: A Cultural Journey Through What Not to Do
- Why Are There So Few Trash Bins in Japan?
- Awa Odori Festival Guide | From Koenji to Tokushima – Japan’s Dancing Soul
- Why Japanese Hot Springs Are More Than Just a Bath
- Smiles from Thailand: Why 680,000 Thai Tourists Visited Japan in 2025 and What It Means for Our Future
- Why Japan’s Rising English Proficiency Brings Me Joy — A Cultural Shift Beyond Language
- Why Japanese Hospitality Doesn’t Ask for Anything in Return: The Philosophy Behind Omotenashi
- 🧦Why Nara’s Socks Are Winning Global Hearts｜Tradition and Innovation Woven into Every Step
- 🌸 Shinjuku Gyoen: Tokyo’s Hidden Sanctuary of Stillness and Beauty
- 🦊Fushimi Inari Taisha: Why the World Is Obsessed with Japan’s Most Visited Shrine
- 🍻Cheers in Osaka! Meeting People from the Land of Guinness in Japan’s Most International City
- Nara Tokae: A Night of Candlelight and Spirit in Japan’s Ancient Capital
- 🌏What Foreign Tourists Buy in Japan: Country-Specific Trends and Cultural Insights
- 🌏5 Cultural Insights to Know Before Your First Trip to Japan
- 🌞“I’ve got no tricks left…” — Foreign Tourists Struggle with Japan’s Scorching Summer & How to Stay Cool
- 🏯A Bridge Between Cultures: Himeji Castle and Prague Castle’s Historic Sisterhood Agreement
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