Japanese Spirituality

🙏 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.

2025.08.15

“Why Japan?” Series

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.

2025.08.13

Japanese Culture

🇯🇵 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