Japanese Culture Dancing with Ancestors: A Local Bon Odori at My School
Experience Japan’s summer tradition through a local Bon Odori festival—where ancestral prayer, community, and dance come together under lantern light.
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Japanese History August 15: The Day Japan Prays — Where the End of War and the Return of Ancestors Meet
Discover the deep cultural meaning behind August 15 in Japan, where Obon and End of War Day converge. A powerful reflection on life, memory, and peace.
“Why Japan?” Series 🙏 The Culture of Pressing Hands Together: A Silent Gesture of Japanese Gratitude and Prayer
Discover the meaning behind the Japanese gesture of pressing hands together. From Shinto shrines to mealtime rituals, explore how this silent act expresses gratitude, prayer, and respect in everyday life.
Japanese Culture What Is Obon? The Spirit Horses That Carry Our Ancestors Home
Discover the meaning behind Japan’s Obon festival and the symbolic spirit horses made from cucumbers and eggplants. Learn how Japanese people honor their ancestors with quiet rituals, deep hospitality, and a spirituality that transcends religion.