#JapaneseTraditions

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

September 2nd Is Lottery Day in Japan | Exploring Luck, Fate, and Cultural Rituals

Discover the meaning behind Japan’s Lottery Day on September 2nd. Learn how Japanese people view luck, fate, and spiritual connection through numbers, shrines, and cultural rituals.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

📚August 31 is Homework Day — A Look into Japan’s Summer Vacation and the Meaning of Learning

Discover why August 31 is known as Homework Day in Japan. Learn how summer homework reflects Japanese values, childhood memories, and the evolving future of education.
Japanese History

🐉The Mysterious Link Between the Zodiac and Japanese Calendars

Discover how Japan’s zodiac and traditional calendars shape its unique sense of time, culture, and seasonal awareness. From lucky years to poetic micro-seasons, this guide reveals the deeper meaning behind Japanese timekeeping.
Japanese History

Japanese Era Names vs. Western Calendar | Understanding Japan’s Unique Sense of Time

Learn how Japan’s era name system (Gengo) differs from the Western calendar, and explore the cultural meaning behind Reiwa, Heisei, and Showa. A deep dive into Japan’s poetic sense of time.
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🌏 Experiencing Japan’s Summer Humidity — A Swedish Couple’s Eye-Opening Encounter

Discover how a Swedish couple reacts to Japan’s intense summer humidity. Learn why humidity defines Japanese seasonal culture, and how travelers can adapt and enjoy the experience.
Japanese Culture

Japanese Spirituality Explained: Why ‘Non-Religious’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Unspiritual’

Discover how Japanese spirituality thrives beyond organized religion. Explore cultural rituals, ancestral reverence, and the quiet depth of belief that shapes Japan’s spiritual identity.