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🚋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.

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

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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.

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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.

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Instant Ramen Day – Japan’s Delicious Invention That Changed the World

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August 24: Love Sake Day — A Quiet Celebration of Poetry, Fermentation, and the Japanese Soul

August 24 is Love Sake Day in Japan, honoring poet Wakayama Bokusui and the quiet beauty of sake culture. Explore the philosophy of fermentation, seasonal rituals, and poetic silence in this immersive guide.

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🧊 Shosho: Japan’s Gentle Farewell to Summer

Discover the meaning of Shosho, one of Japan’s 24 solar terms. Learn how Japanese people sense seasonal change through nature, food, and tradition—an invitation to experience your own seasonal mindfulness.

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What Is “Streetcar Day”? Discover Japan’s Historic Tram Anniversary on August 22

August 22 marks “Streetcar Day” in Japan, celebrating the country’s first electric tram service in 1903. Learn the history, cultural impact, and where you can still ride these charming streetcars today.

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Women University Students Day: The Moment Japan Opened the Gates of Higher Education

On August 21, 1913, Japan welcomed its first female university students—marking a turning point in education and gender equality. Discover the story of courage, culture, and transformation.

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📘 What Day Is It Today? Teika Memorial Day and the Timeless Heart of Hyakunin Isshu

August 20th is Teika Memorial Day. Discover the emotional power of Hyakunin Isshu—100 classical Japanese poems that transcend time, language, and culture.

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