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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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🇯🇵 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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Japan’s Special Day: October 27, “Character and Print Culture Day,” Illuminating the Depth of Japanese Intellect and Spirit

Discover October 27, Japan's "Character and Print Culture Day." Explore how Kanji, Hiragana, The Tale of Genji, and the "Ma" aesthetic shaped Japan's high literacy and deep intellectual spirit. A must-read for book lovers and Japan enthusiasts.

2025.10.27

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The Japanese Cinderella Story: “Hachikazuki Hime” Reveals Trials and True Beauty

Explore the Japanese folktale 'Hachikazuki Hime' (The Bowl-Wearing Princess). A deep dive for international readers into the true beauty hidden by the bowl, the trials of the stepmother, Kannon worship, and Japanese cultural values.

2025.10.22

Japanese Folktale Series

October 18th & Koshin Day: The Japanese Vigil That Changes Destiny and Built Communities – Kiri53.com

Discover the deep history of Koshin Day (Kanoe-Saru), a unique Japanese folk belief rooted in Chinese Taoism. Learn about Koshin-Machi (the all-night vigil), the Koshin-to stone towers, the 'Three Wise Monkeys' (Mizaru, Iwazaru, Kikazaru), and how this ancient practice fostered strong Japanese communities.

2025.10.18

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🇯🇵 What’s Today’s Special Day Series: October 11th – The Miraculous Birth of “Ameya Yokocho”

Discover the untold story of Tokyo's Ameyoko (Ameya Yokocho). Learn how this vibrant street, born from a post-war black market, became a symbol of Japanese recovery, culture, and chaotic energy. Essential reading for Japan travelers.

2025.10.11

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【October 6, 2025】The Heart of Japan Illuminated by the Full Moon: History and Culture of Tsukimi (Mid-Autumn Moon Viewing)

Discover the history and beauty of Japan's Mid-Autumn Moon Viewing (Tsukimi) on October 6, 2025. Learn about Tsukimi Dango, Susuki grass, and how this tradition reflects the profound Japanese aesthetic of impermanence and harmony with nature. A must-read for Japanophiles and culture lovers.

2025.10.06

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🌃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

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🇯🇵 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

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🚍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

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