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Revolution in a Box: Unpacking “Instant Curry Day” on November 27th

Discover the history of November 27th, Instant Curry Day in Japan. Learn how the invention of solid curry roux blocks transformed a foreign dish into Japan's beloved national comfort food.

2025.11.27

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

The Water Seed: A Miracle Blooming in the Parched Earth

Discover the Japanese folktale "The Water Seed" (Mizu no Tane). A story about a mysterious monk, Kobo Daishi, and how a single act of kindness brought water to a drought-stricken village. Explore the cultural significance of water in Japan.

2025.11.26

Japanese Folktale Series

[Japanese Folktale] Ushikata to Yamanba: A Battle of Wits in the Silent Mountains

Discover the chilling Japanese folktale "Ushikata to Yamanba." A cattleman faces a mountain witch in a battle of wits. Explore the cultural meaning of the Mackerel Road and Yokai legends.

2025.11.25

Japanese Folktale Series

November 24th is “Opera Day”: The Day Meiji Japan Met Western Voices

Discover why November 24 is celebrated as "Opera Day" in Japan. Explore the history of the first performance of Faust in 1894, the Meiji era's cultural modernization, and how Western music fused with Japanese tradition.

2025.11.24

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

Jigoku no Abaremono (The Rampage in Hell): A Tale of Japanese Craftsmanship Even in the Afterlife

Discover "Jigoku no Abaremono," a hilarious Japanese folktale where a doctor, priest, and acrobat outwit the King of Hell. Explore the cultural meaning of Japanese Hell and Rakugo humor.

2025.11.23

Japanese Folktale Series

Walking along the ancient roads of Japan, you may occasionally come across weathered stone monuments or old, decaying shrines. These are not merely ruins; they are fragments of memories where people once confronted “something beyond human understanding.”

Discover the thrilling Japanese folktale of "Sarugami Taiji" (Shippeitaro). A story of a brave dog, a terrifying monkey god, and the legend of human sacrifice in ancient Japan. Read the full analysis.

2025.11.21

Japanese Folktale Series

[Japanese Folktale] Azukitogi: The Mystery of the Bean Washer

Discover the eerie tale of Azukitogi, the Japanese Yokai who washes beans by the river. Explore the story, cultural analysis, and the mystery behind the "Shoki Shoki" sound in this deep dive into Japanese folklore.

2025.11.20

Japanese Folktale Series

November 20: The Day Japanese Hospitality Met the West. What is “Hotel Day”?

Discover why November 20 is celebrated as Hotel Day in Japan. Explore the history of the Imperial Hotel, the blend of Western and Japanese hospitality, and how it changed travel culture in Japan.

2025.11.20

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

【November 18】The Birth of Eternal Kyoto: Why the Emperor Sought “Heian”

On Nov 18, 794, Emperor Kammu moved the capital to Heian-kyo (Kyoto). Discover the history, spiritual feng shui, and how this event shaped Japanese culture and the concept of "Mono no Aware."

2025.11.18

“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

[Japanese Folktale] The Mystery of the Char: A Desperate Cry from the River Guardian

Discover the haunting Japanese folktale "Iwana no Kai" (The Mystery of the Char). A story about a giant fish, a mysterious monk, and the consequences of greed in the deep mountains of Japan. Explore the cultural meaning behind this legend.

2025.11.17

Japanese Folktale Series