Japanese Culture

🌿The Beauty of Mottainai: A Journey Through Japan’s Sustainable Textile Traditions

Explore the Japanese philosophy of mottainai through upcycled kimono, sakiori weaving, and sustainable textile art. A poetic guide for global readers seeking ethical beauty and cultural depth.

2025.08.26

Japanese Culture

Global Taboos vs. Japanese Taboos: A Cultural Journey Through What Not to Do

Introduction: What Is a Taboo?The word “taboo” originates from the Polynesian term tapu, meaning “sacred” or “forbidden....

2025.08.26

travel to Japan

Why Are There So Few Trash Bins in Japan?

Discover why Japan’s cities remain spotless despite the lack of public trash bins. Explore the cultural values, Zen aesthetics, and civic responsibility that shape Japan’s unique urban cleanliness.

2025.08.25

travel to Japan

From Ukiyo-e to Manga: The Timeless Art of Japanese Visual Storytelling

2025.08.24

Japanese History

Why Do Japanese Characters Dress for the Seasons?

Discover why Japanese anime and mascot characters wear seasonal outfits. Explore the cultural philosophy of kisetsukan, emotional marketing, and visual storytelling that connects tradition with pop culture.

2025.08.24

“Why Japan?” Series

【Tradition × Pokémon】How Mataro Dolls Are Redefining Japanese Craftsmanship for the Future

🧵 Introduction: The Day Pikachu Wore a KimonoIn a quiet workshop in Ueno, Tokyo, a team of artisans carefully crafts a P...

2025.08.23

Japanese Culture

🌞 Why Japan? Why Are Japanese Streets So Clean?

Discover why Japan’s streets remain spotless — not just through rules, but through a cultural belief that “the sun is watching.” Learn how invisible ethics shape public behavior in Japan.

2025.08.22

“Why Japan?” Series

Women University Students Day: The Moment Japan Opened the Gates of Higher Education

On August 21, 1913, Japan welcomed its first female university students—marking a turning point in education and gender equality. Discover the story of courage, culture, and transformation.

2025.08.21

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🌀 Why Do Japanese People Find Beauty in Ambiguity?

Why do Japanese people embrace ambiguity as beauty? Discover the cultural, linguistic, and artistic roots of Japan’s unspoken elegance—from ancient poetry to Gen Z expression.

2025.08.20

“Why Japan?” Series

🇯🇵 “No One Speaks Like the Textbooks Say!?” — What Surprises Foreign Learners About Real Japanese, and the Cultural Depth Behind It

Discover why Japanese spoken in daily life differs from textbook grammar, and explore the emotional and cultural depth behind the language. A heartfelt guide for learners and lovers of Japanese culture.

2025.08.20

Japanese Culture