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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

Uchinaaguchi, the indigenous language of Okinawa, has a...

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

Dating back to the days of the Ryukyu...

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

What's in a name? The kira-kira name trend...

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

Kankyo ongaku, or "environment music," is a serene...

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

Explore the iconic imagery of Japanese banknotes past...

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

Modern Japanese weddings blend traditional Shinto practices with...

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

While many western countries believe in astrology, a...

Sumo: The Story of Japan's Oldest Sport
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January 22, 2025
Sumo: The Story of Japan's Oldest Sport

While sumo has become an iconic symbol of...

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

Walking through the produce section of a grocery...

Exploring the Fascinating World of Traditional Japanese Toys
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January 22, 2025
Exploring the Fascinating World of Traditional Japanese Toys

Explore the fascinating world of traditional Japanese toys...

Isshou Mochi: The First Birthday Burden
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January 22, 2025
Isshou Mochi: The First Birthday Burden

In Japan, first birthdays are celebrated with several...

Washi: The Wonderful World of Traditional Japanese Papermaking
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January 22, 2025
Washi: The Wonderful World of Traditional Japanese Papermaking

Integral to everything from art and architecture to...