Japanese Folktale Series Clash of the Titans: Nio and Dokkoi
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Japanese Folktale Series 
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series Silence and Rebirth: January 7th, “Jinjitsu no Sekku” and the Tale of Nanakusa-gayu
Discover the history and meaning of Jinjitsu no Sekku (Jan 7th) in Japan. Learn why Japanese people eat Nanakusa-gayu (Seven Herb Porridge) for health and longevity.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series Shokan (Lesser Cold): The Beginning of Japan’s Deep Winter
Discover the meaning of "Shokan" (Lesser Cold), marked on January 5th. Explore Japanese winter traditions like Kanchu-mimai, Kan-geiko, and the philosophy of endurance in this deep dive into the 24 Solar Terms.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series Dawn of Silence and Rebirth: The True Meaning of Japan’s “Ganjitsu”
Discover the profound meaning of Ganjitsu (January 1st) in Japan. From Hatsumode to Osechi, explore how Japanese people celebrate the New Year with silence, rebirth, and tradition.
Japanese Folktale Series [Japanese Folktale] Toshigami-sama: The Story of the Visiting New Year God
Discover the Japanese folktale of Toshigami-sama, the New Year God. Learn why Japanese people decorate with Kadomatsu and the deep meaning behind Otoshidama and Kagami Mochi. A guide to Japanese spirituality.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series December 28, 1925: The Unification of East and West, The Birth of the Dai Nihon Sumo Association—Dawn of a National Sport
Discover the history of December 28, 1925, when the Tokyo and Osaka Sumo Associations merged. Learn how this event shaped Sumo into Japan's sacred national sport and preserved ancient traditions.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series The Quiet Approach of Winter: Exploring “Shōsetsu” (Small Snow)
November 22nd is "Shōsetsu" in the Japanese calendar. Explore the meaning of Small Snow, the tradition of dried foods like Hoshigaki, and the cultural shift into winter in Japan.