Japanese Wedding Traditions and Customs
With wedding season upon us, and it often being difficult to know what to expect at a Japanese wedding, we thought it best to share …
A Golden Celebration of Children in Japan
Golden Week is one of the biggest events in Japan’s annual calendar and consists of a week-long celebration of four national holidays that reflect upon …
Cherry Blossom Meanings in Japan
Japan holds a great cultural resonance for cherry blossoms’ meaning, woven throughout its history. Because of the significance of cherry blossoms in Japan, they are …
Things to Do and Places to Visit in Kyoto, Japan
Although a fraction of the size of Tokyo, Kyoto was the capital city of Japan for more than one thousand years! Located in a valley, …
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What is Coming of Age Day in Japan?
Coming of Age Day is held every year and is recognised as a national holiday in Japan, taking place on the second Monday of January. …
Start the New Year with a Japanese-Style Detox
It’s the start of the new year and many of us are suffering after excessive eating, drinking, and lazing around during the Christmas period. This time …
What is Hanami in Japan?
Cherry blossoms are often considered an iconic symbol of Japan, and a richness in historic symbolism is one of the cherry blossom’s many meanings. So, …
Unique Japanese New Year Traditions
Celebrations of the new year can be seen all across the globe, with traditions differing between countries. Aside from the usual firework displays that can …
What is Christmas Like in Japan?
What to Expect if You’re Spending Christmas in Japan Japan might not be a predominantly Christian country, but it has adopted a number of festive …