Chirin-chirin: Nagasaki’s Favorite Summertime Treat
Summer in Japan is full of fun and excitement. The many summer festivals are much anticipated all over the country. Thrilling fireworks light up the evening…
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Mount Fuji and the Goddess Sengen-Sama
Mount Fuji (富士山 Fujisan) is a staggering 12,389 feet high: the tallest mountain in Japan. Located on Honshu Island, it can be seen all the way from Tokyo on…
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Koryū: The Ancient Japanese Martial Arts
Japanese martial arts have a long and colorful history intimately connected to the history of Japan and the samurai. The art of war has greatly shaped…
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Wagasa : Traditional Japanese Umbrellas
An umbrella can serve a number of purposes: as a shield from nature’s elements, a cane or walking stick, a weapon, or even a fashion statement….
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The Daimyo Ruling Class of Japan
When the system of public-land domain fell apart during the 8th century in Japan, private landholding for powerful Japanese came into fruition. Ownership of land…
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A Brief History of Manga
Manga (漫画) are original Japanese comic books that have a solid niche of followers from all around the world. Japanese manga creators conform to a particular…
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Magical Miso Soup
Miso (みそ or 味噌) is created by fermenting soybeans with the fungus kōjikin (Aspergillus oryzae), salt, and other ingredients like barley and rice. The outcome of…
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The Story of Japanese Folding Fans
Summer is just around the corner, and one great way to keep cool is with a foldable hand fan. With just a few flicks of…
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