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Binbōgami and Fukugami | A Japanese Folktale About Fortune and Heart

Discover the heartwarming Japanese folktale of Binbōgami and Fukugami—two gods who reveal how kindness and inner richness shape our destiny. A timeless story that bridges Japanese culture and universal values.

2025.09.22

Japanese Folktale Series

🍜September 18: The Day Cup Noodles Changed the World

Discover the story behind Cup Noodles Day on September 18. Learn how Japan’s instant ramen revolutionized global food culture, design, and convenience. From postwar innovation to worldwide popularity, this humble cup connects us all.

2025.09.18

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Kobutori Jiisan | A Japanese Folktale About Dancing with Demons and Inner Beauty

Discover the heartwarming tale of Kobutori Jiisan, a traditional Japanese folktale where kindness triumphs over greed. Learn how a humble old man wins the favor of demons through dance—and what it reveals about inner beauty.

2025.09.15

Japanese Folktale Series

🐒Saru Kani Gassen | A Japanese Folktale of Betrayal and Justice

Discover the timeless Japanese folktale of Saru Kani Gassen, where a crab and a monkey clash in a tale of deceit, revenge, and moral justice. Explore its cultural meaning and universal lessons.

2025.09.14

Japanese Folktale Series

🎼 Classical Music Day: Rediscovering the Depth of Sound on September 4

Explore the significance of Classical Music Day in Japan, celebrated on September 4. Learn how classical music connects cultures, heals the mind, and enriches everyday life in Kyoto and beyond.

2025.09.04

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

📘 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.

2025.08.20

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series