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“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🌃Lighting Up Meiji Japan: The First Gas Street Lamps in Yokohama

Discover how Japan’s first gas street lamps transformed Yokohama’s streets on September 29, 1872. Explore the cultural impact, historical context, and legacy of this milestone in Japan’s modernization, explained for international readers.
2025.09.29
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🇯🇵 September 22: Orphanage Day in Japan – A Journey into the Origins of Child Welfare

Discover the origins of Japan’s child welfare system through the inspiring story of Juji Ishii, who founded the nation’s first orphanage in 1887. Learn how Orphanage Day (September 22) honors his legacy and explore how Japan’s care for vulnerable children has evolved.
2025.09.22
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🚍September 20 is Bus Day in Japan: A Journey into Public Transportation History

Explore Bus Day in Japan, celebrated every September 20. Learn about its origin, cultural impact, and how buses shape everyday life across Japan—from Kyoto’s historic routes to modern tech-enabled travel.
2025.09.20
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

What Is Myōji Day? The Hidden History Behind Japanese Surnames

Explore the hidden history and cultural significance of Japanese surnames on Myōji Day (September 19). Learn how names reflect family, geography, and tradition in Japan.
2025.09.19
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series
Japanese History

Why Japanese Husbands Call Their Wives “Kamisan”: A Cultural Tribute to Women

Discover the meaning behind the Japanese term “Kamisan” and how Japan has historically honored women through mythology, literature, etiquette, and social customs. A unique cultural perspective for global readers.
2025.09.13
Japanese History
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.
2025.08.30
Japanese History
Japanese History

🌏 In Memory of Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Reflecting on the Past, Building a Peaceful Future

Discover how Japan commemorates the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki—not with resentment, but with a powerful call for global peace. A heartfelt reflection for international readers.
2025.08.08
Japanese History