“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 16th is Wagashi Day: The “Kasho” Ritual and the Beauty of Japanese Tradition

Discover the rich history of Japan's Wagashi Day on June 16th. Learn about the ancient Kasho ritual from 848 AD, where traditional sweets were offered for health and plague dispellment. Explore the beauty of Japanese culture through sweets.
2026.06.16
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 15 is “Kome Hyappyo Day”: The Ultimate Choice Between Hunger and Creating a Million Sacks for Tomorrow

Discover the true story of Kome Hyappyo Day (June 15). Learn how a ruined Japanese samurai town in 1870 chose to invest in education instead of eating their last 100 sacks of rice, shaping the future of modern Japan.
2026.06.15
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 14, 1987: The Legendary “Madonna Typhoon” Makes Landfall in Osaka

Discover the cultural impact of Madonna's legendary first concert in Japan on June 14, 1987. Explore the 1980s Japanese bubble economy, fashion shifts, and the history of Osaka Stadium in this deep dive into retro Japan.
2026.06.14
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 13, 1948: The Day Japanese Literature Lost Its Maverick, Osamu Dazai

Discover the history behind June 13, 1948, the day Japan lost literary genius Osamu Dazai. Explore his final days, the cultural concept of Shinju, and his profound impact on modern society.
2026.06.13
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 12 is Bazaar Memorial Day: The Meiji Era and the Birth of Japan’s New Culture of Mutual Aid

Discover the history of Japan's first charity bazaar held at the Rokumeikan on June 12, 1884. Learn how Western charity blended with Japanese culture in the Meiji period.
2026.06.12
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Nyubai: The Hidden Wisdom and Art of Japan’s Rainy Season

Discover "Nyubai," the traditional Japanese calendar milestone marking the start of the rainy season on June 11. Explore its deep history, agricultural roots, and how Japanese culture transforms rain into breathtaking art.
2026.06.11
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 10th is “Time Day”: The History of Time and Dedication to Punctuality in Japan

Discover the fascinating history of Japan's "Time Day" on June 10th. Explore how an ancient water clock from 671 AD shaped Japan's world-renowned culture of strict punctuality.
2026.06.10
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 9th | 72 Micro-Seasons: “Kamakiri Shozu” (Mantises Hatch) – What a Tiny Insect Teaches Us About Samurai Spirit and Japanese Nature

Discover the deep Japanese cultural meaning behind the micro-season "Kamakiri Shozu" (Mantises Hatch) on June 9th. Explore its connection to samurai spirit, rice farming, and mindfulness in nature.
2026.06.09
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

What Is Today? The Day the World’s Longest Cedar Avenue Was Completed in Nikko (1648)

Discover the history of June 8, 1648, when 200,000 cedar trees were planted along the Nikko Cedar Avenue. Learn how this Guinness World Record reflects deep-rooted Japanese culture, animism, and the aesthetics of time.
2026.06.08
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

June 7th is “Mothers’ Congress Day”: The March of Japanese Mothers Honoring Peace and Life

Discover the deep historical and cultural roots of Japan's Mothers' Congress Day on June 7th. Learn how Japanese mothers united in 1955 under a powerful slogan to champion peace, education, and the protection of life.
2026.06.07
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
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