Japanese History

What Is a Japanese Kamon? A Deep Dive into Family Crests, History, and Design

Explore the fascinating world of Japanese Kamon—family crests that symbolize heritage, identity, and tradition. Learn about their history, meanings, and modern uses in design and culture.
2025.08.31
Japanese History
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

📚August 31 is Homework Day — A Look into Japan’s Summer Vacation and the Meaning of Learning

Discover why August 31 is known as Homework Day in Japan. Learn how summer homework reflects Japanese values, childhood memories, and the evolving future of education.
2025.08.31
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“Why Japan?” Series

Why Do Japanese Convenience Stores Have Everything?

Discover why Japan’s convenience stores offer food, services, and surprises beyond imagination. A must-read guide for international visitors exploring Japanese culture.
2025.08.30
“Why Japan?” Series
Japanese History

🐉The Mysterious Link Between the Zodiac and Japanese Calendars

Discover how Japan’s zodiac and traditional calendars shape its unique sense of time, culture, and seasonal awareness. From lucky years to poetic micro-seasons, this guide reveals the deeper meaning behind Japanese timekeeping.
2025.08.30
Japanese History
Japanese History

Japanese Era Names vs. Western Calendar | Understanding Japan’s Unique Sense of Time

Learn how Japan’s era name system (Gengo) differs from the Western calendar, and explore the cultural meaning behind Reiwa, Heisei, and Showa. A deep dive into Japan’s poetic sense of time.
2025.08.30
Japanese History
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Mt. Fuji Weather Station Day: A Story Above the Clouds

Discover the inspiring story of Mt. Fuji Weather Station Day, honoring Japan’s pioneering meteorologist Itaru Nonaka and the legacy of high-altitude climate research atop the nation’s most iconic peak.
2025.08.30
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
Japanese Culture

🌏Global Shower Habits vs. Japan’s Deep Bathing Culture

Discover how shower habits differ around the world and explore Japan’s unique bathing culture rooted in relaxation, ritual, and emotional renewal. A cultural comparison that goes beyond hygiene.
2025.08.29
Japanese Culture
Japanese Culture

The Aesthetics of Silence and Reading the Air: Japan’s Unspoken Social Rules

Discover the beauty of Japan’s unspoken social rules—from quiet trains to subtle gestures. A cultural guide to empathy, etiquette, and emotional nuance.
2025.08.29
Japanese Culture
“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
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
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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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