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Gyotaku, the traditional Japanese art of ink printing fish
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March 19, 2025
Gyotaku: The Precursor to Trophy Fish Photos
Wasei Eigo, Japanese words adopted from Western cultures
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March 19, 2025
Wasei Eigo: A Unique Take on English
Okinawan shisa (guardian lion/ dog) on a rooftop with clear blue sky in the background
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March 07, 2025
Kugani Kutuba: Okinawan Wisdom Through Uchinaaguchi Proverbs
Display of yachimun pottery plates and dishes featuring blue, white, and brown glazes
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March 06, 2025
Yachimun: Wonderful and Whimsical Okinawan Pottery
Mother smiling and hold her baby in the air
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March 05, 2025
The Kira Kira Name Trend: Unusual Baby Names in Japan
A girl is relaxing and listening to music with headphones
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March 05, 2025
The Art of Atmosphere: Kankyo Ongaku, Japan's Environmental Music
The artwork of the front and back of the new F series paper bills for Japan's yen, issued in 2024, are displayed on a table.
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February 25, 2025
Beyond the Bills: The Iconic Imagery of Japanese Yen Past and Present
A couple wearing traditional Japanese wedding attire exchange rings during a wedding ceremony.
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February 25, 2025
The Evolving Landscape of Japanese Wedding Traditions
Blood type theory (called ketsuekigata in Japanese) is a cultural phenomenon in Japan. It's said that your blood type can reflect in everything from personality and person strengths to relationships and luck!
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February 25, 2025
Personality Runs Deep: Japan’s Blood Type Theory
Sumo: The Story of Japan's Oldest Sport
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January 22, 2025
Sumo: The Story of Japan's Oldest Sport
Gift Fruit Culture: The Story Behind Japan’s Luxury Produce
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January 22, 2025
Gift Fruit Culture: The Story Behind Japan’s Luxury Produce
Exploring the Fascinating World of Traditional Japanese Toys
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January 22, 2025
Exploring the Fascinating World of Traditional Japanese Toys