Japan Explained

Haiku Day – August 19: Discover the Beauty of Japan’s 17-Syllable Poetry

August 19 is Haiku Day in Japan—a celebration of the world’s shortest poetry form. Learn how 17 syllables can express nature, emotion, and philosophy, and try writing your own haiku.

2025.08.19

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🇯🇵What Is Seppuku? The Japanese Way of Dying with Honor and Responsibility

Discover the meaning behind seppuku, the samurai ritual of self-disembowelment. Explore its cultural roots, ethical significance, and how its spirit lives on in modern Japan.

2025.08.14

Japanese History

🇯🇵 5 Anime That Help You Understand Modern Japanese Culture | Family, Youth Values & Urban Life Explored

Discover five anime that illuminate Japan’s modern culture—from family dynamics and youth struggles to urban life and evolving values. A visual journey into contemporary Japanese society.

2025.07.20

Japanese Culture