#JapaneseCulture

November 3rd, “Bunka no Hi”: Japan’s Clear “Singularity Day” for Celebrating Peace and Culture

Discover Bunka no Hi (文化の日), Japan's Culture Day. Learn why this Nov 3 holiday, once Emperor Meiji's birthday, now celebrates the Constitution, peace, and free museums.

2025.11.03

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November 2nd: Hanshin Tigers Day – Deciphering Osaka’s Passion and the “Curse of the Colonel”

November 2nd is Hanshin Tigers Memorial Day. Learn about the 1985 championship, the Dotonbori dive, and the "Curse of the Colonel." An analysis of how this fanaticism is rooted in Japanese sports culture.

2025.11.02

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🇯🇵 The Hidden Treasure of Japanese Folktales: ‘Kashiki Chōja’ and the Power of Ingenuity

Discover the tale of Kashiki Chōja, a poor man who built a fortune from rice husks. We explore the Japanese philosophy of 'Mottainai,' ingenuity, and diligence rooted in this folktale, offering lessons for modern life and business to a global audience.

2025.11.01

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🏗️🇯🇵【Japanese Folktale Series】Wisdom and Courage Tame the Rapids: The Essence of Japanese Culture in “The Carpenter and the Oni Roku”

Discover "The Carpenter and the Oni Roku," a Japanese folktale where human wisdom defeats an Oni's brute force. Explore the symbolism of "name power," its link to Kotodama, and the cultural values of water management and intellect in Japan.

2025.10.31

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🌩️【Japanese Folktale Series】The Only Place the Thunder God Won’t Strike: The Japanese Folktale “Rai-sama and the Mulberry Tree” Teaches Coexistence with Nature and Faith

Discover the Japanese folktale "Rai-sama and the Mulberry Tree" (雷様と桑の木). Learn why the Thunder God promised never to strike a mulberry field, exploring Japanese culture, animism, and the origin of the "Kuwabara" chant. A deep dive into faith and nature.

2025.10.30

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The Imperial Rescript on Education Day: Tracing the Source of Modern Japanese Education and Morality

On October 30, 1890, the Imperial Rescript on Education was promulgated, profoundly shaping Japanese values. Discover the 12 virtues, its historical role in the Meiji era, and how its spirit continues to influence modern Japanese culture and ethical standards today.

2025.10.30

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📽️The Magic That Frames Family Bonds Across Time: October 29th, “Home Video Day,” Explores Japanese Innovation and Culture

Discover the story behind Japan's Home Video Day (Oct 29). Explore the VTR format war (VHS vs. Betamax), the spirit of Monozukuri, and how this innovation redefined Japanese family life and memory-keeping.

2025.10.29

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The Folktale’s Story: The Great Furuya no Mori CommotionCategory: Japanese Folktale Series

Explore "Furuya no Mori," a hilarious Japanese folktale where a thief and a wolf mistake 'rain leakage' for a monster. Discover the cultural insights and unique humor rooted in Japanese life and the awe of nature. A must-read for international fans of Japanese culture!

2025.10.28

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October 28th: Gifu Prefecture Earthquake Disaster Prevention Day — The Spirit of “Preparedness” Rooted in Japanese Culture

Discover the history of the 1891 Nōbi Earthquake and why October 28th is Gifu's Disaster Prevention Day. Learn about Japan's "Jijo, Kyojo, Kōjo" spirit, the cultural roots of preparedness, and how a major disaster shaped modern Japanese society.

2025.10.28

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The Geisha’s Portrait: Wisdom, Love, and the Triumph Over Power in a Japanese Folktale

Discover the Japanese folktale 'Esugata Nyoubou' (The Portrait Wife). Explore how a peasant's wife uses her wits, a peach seed, and three years of patience to triumph over a powerful Lord and reverse their fate. Insights into Japanese culture, Gaman, and the value of wisdom.

2025.10.27

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