“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Memory of June 1st: The Heian Period Ritual of “Hagatame” and Prayers for Longevity

Discover the fascinating history of June 1st in Japan. Learn about the Heian period ritual of "Hagatame," where aristocrats ate hard foods like mochi to pray for health and longevity, a tradition still echoing in modern Japanese culture.
2026.06.01
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 31st: Captivated by the Magic of “Shinryoku” (Fresh Greenery) in Early Japanese Summer

Discover the beauty of May 31st in Japan. Explore "Shinryoku" (fresh greenery), Aomomiji, and how the Japanese tradition of forest bathing and Wabi-sabi connects deeply with nature.
2026.05.31
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

[May 30] The Soul of Japan Rising from the Ashes: The Law for the Protection of Cultural Properties

Discover the tragic history behind Japan's Law for the Protection of Cultural Properties. Explore the unique Japanese philosophy of preserving intangible heritage, traditional craftsmanship, and National Treasures.
2026.05.30
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 29: The Presentation of the Kokin Wakashu and the Dawn of Japanese Aesthetics

Discover the profound impact of the Kokin Wakashu, Japan's first imperial poetry anthology presented on May 29, 905. Learn how it shaped Japanese aesthetics, anime, and culture.
2026.05.29
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 28th is “Fireworks Day”: Flowers of Prayer in the Night Sky and the Depths of Japanese Culture

Discover the profound history behind Japan's Fireworks Day on May 28. Learn how a 1733 memorial service on the Sumida River transformed into the spectacular Hanabi festivals deeply rooted in Japanese culture and the aesthetic of ephemeral beauty.
2026.05.28
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 27 is “Hyakunin Isshu Day”: The Crystallization of Japanese Culture Connecting Heian Elegance with Modern Enthusiasm

Explore the rich history of Hyakunin Isshu on May 27. Dive into the elegant world of Japanese Waka poetry, competitive Karuta, and the Heian period's timeless romance.
2026.05.27
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 26: The Eye-Opening of the Great Buddha of Nara. A 752 AD Mega-Project and Japan’s History of Prayer

Discover the dramatic history behind the Great Buddha of Todai-ji in Nara, Japan. Learn about the spectacular 752 AD Eye-Opening Ceremony, Emperor Shomu's wish for peace, and what it reveals about Japanese culture and resilience.
2026.05.26
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 25: The Birth of Japan’s First Dining Car and the Revolution of Train Travel

Discover the fascinating history of Japan's first dining car introduced on May 25, 1899. Explore how the Meiji era modernization birthed a unique culinary train culture that evolved into today's Ekiben and luxury sleeper trains.
2026.05.25
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 24th is Golf Course Memorial Day: The Birth of Japan’s First Golf Course, Kobe Golf Club

Discover the fascinating history behind May 24th, Japan's Golf Course Memorial Day. Learn how Arthur Hesketh Groom built the Kobe Golf Club in 1903 and how Japan transformed the sport into a unique cultural experience.
2026.05.24
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

[May 23] Japan’s First Subway Wasn’t for People? The Secret 1915 Postal Train Beneath Tokyo Station

Did you know Japan's first subway wasn't for passengers? On May 23, 1915, a secret underground train for mail opened at Tokyo Station. Discover the hidden history of Tokyo's infrastructure and Japanese culture on Kiri53!
2026.05.23
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