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April 13, 1992: The Broadcast Premiere of “Crayon Shin-chan”! A History of Japan’s Beloved Family Humor

Discover how the April 13, 1992 premiere of the anime Crayon Shin-chan changed Japanese pop culture. Explore authentic Japanese family life, society, and humor through the iconic Nohara family.

2026.04.13

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Mystical Japanese Folktales: Chozaemon’s Fox Extermination

Discover the classic Japanese folktale "Chozaemon's Fox Extermination." Explore the fascinating dynamic between humans and mischievous Kitsune (fox spirits), and what this humorous story reveals about traditional Japanese culture, beliefs, and the culture of shame.

2026.04.12

Japanese Folktale Series

[Japanese Folktale] Greed that Rides on Lies: A Biting Satire on Endless Human Desire

Discover the dark and humorous Japanese folktale "Greed that Rides on Lies." A biting satire on human greed, deception, and the traditional concept of "knowing what is enough."

2026.04.09

Japanese Folktale Series

Journey into the Heartbreaking Japanese Folktale: “The Story of the Dog’s Monument”

Explore "The Dog's Monument," a profound Japanese folktale of a loyal dog named Shiro. Dive deep into Japanese culture, loyalty, and poignant moral lessons.

2026.03.12

Japanese Folktale Series

Touching the Heart of Japan: The True Wealth Taught by “Akai-mo”

Discover the inspiring Japanese folktale of "Akai-mo" (The Red Potato). Read the full story, explore its deep cultural meaning, and learn what it teaches us about traditional Japanese values and resilience.

2026.03.11

Japanese Folktale Series

March 7: The Birth of Panasonic and the Indomitable Spirit of a Young Visionary

Discover the inspiring story of March 7, 1918, when Konosuke Matsushita founded Panasonic in a small Osaka house, shaping Japanese corporate culture forever.

2026.03.07

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

February 22: The 1880 Yokohama Earthquake, the World’s First Seismological Society, and Japan’s Culture of Resilience

Discover how the 1880 Yokohama earthquake led to the creation of the world's first seismological society in Japan. Explore the transition from giant catfish myths to modern science, and learn about Japan's unique culture of disaster preparedness (Bousai).

2026.02.22

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

【Japanese Folktale】The Myoga Inn: A Story of Greed, Humor, and Forgetfulness

Discover the funny Japanese folktale "The Myoga Inn." Why does eating Myoga make you forget? A story of a greedy innkeeper, a rich traveler, and a hilarious twist ending.

2026.02.07

Japanese Folktale Series

Kiji mo Nakazuba: Why Silence is Golden and Speaking is Disaster

Explore the Japanese folktale "Kiji mo Nakazuba" (If the Pheasant Hadn't Cried), a powerful story about the dangers of careless words. Learn its deep connection to Japanese culture, proverbs, and the virtue of silence.

2025.11.07

Japanese Folktale Series

Unraveling the Sea’s Secret: The Universal Lesson of the Japanese Folktale ‘Shio Fuki Usu’ (The Tide-Churning Mill)

Why is the sea salty? This age-old question is answered by the Japanese folktale 'Shio Fuki Usu.' We analyze the contrast between the greedy brother and the honest brother to explore core Japanese cultural values like 'the spirit of non-attachment' and 'harmony with nature.' What universal lessons do these sea tales convey today?

2025.10.12

Japanese Folktale Series