Kanda Shrine’s Colorful History
Kanda Shrine (神田明神 ) is conveniently located in Japan’s capital, Tokyo. The shrine was initially built in 730 CE during the Tenpyō Era, in the fishing village…
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Nihon Ōdai Ichiran: A Chronicle of Japanese Rule
During the Sakoku years of Japan, the country was deeply isolated from the rest of the world except for a few foreigners, mostly Koreans and Chinese. The…
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Niō: The Valiant Guardians of Buddha
Religion is an important cultural aspect and way of life for many Japanese. Numerous Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are scattered all around Japan and most…
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The Shizutani School
Japan has always valued education. In fact, Japan’s literacy rate is almost 100%, and it has produced 18 Nobel Prize winners over the years. Japan’s…
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Depachika: Japan’s Culinary Wonderland
Part of travel is discovering the culture and beautiful destinations of a country. Perhaps one of the best ways to get to know a country’s culture is…
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World Class Skiing in Japan
Skiing is often thought of as a Western sport. Though it began almost five thousand years ago in Scandinavia, it was practiced as early as 600 B.C.E….
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Hanging Out on Bōnenkai and Shinnenkai
New Year, shogatsu in Japanese, is the most significant holiday of the year. Preparations begin days beforehand. Most business establishments close shop from the 1st to the…
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Start the Year Right with Engimono
Many Japanese believe in good and bad fortune. Superstitious beliefs are a big part of Japan’s culture. Most Japanese folklore have roots that can be…
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