Blog Archives

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  Do you know Japanese style pub “Izakaya” ?

  In the Japanese style pub called izakaya, you can enjoy all kinds of drinks and foods. It is best to go to an …
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  Japanese Sake – Rice wine -

  Sake is a Japanese rice wine. It has been enjoyed in Japan for a long time. You can drink it hot or cold. Its …
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  Do you know “Noh” and “Kyogen” ?

  Noh is Japan's oldest theatrical art. It started in the 14th century. It has drama, dance and music. It can be…
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  Kimono and Yukata – Japanese traditional ethnic dress -

  Most Japanese people wear western clothes in everyday life, but on special occasions we also wear a traditiona…
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  Do you know “Kado” ? – Japanese Flower Arrangement -

  Japan has its own art of cut-flower arrangement. It is called kado, meaning "the way of flowers". Currentry, t…
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  Have you ever seen the beautiful Japanese gardens ?

  Many shrines, temples, traditional inns, and large houses have Japanese gardens. These gardens often simulate …
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  Amazing bullet train in Japan

  The Shinkanse (the bullet train) is one of the world’s fastest trains. It travels at 250 kilometers per hour o…
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  There are various after-school activities in Japan.

  In many Japanese high schools, students must join at least one after-school club. There are clubs for many act…
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  Do you like “Soba and Udon” ? – Buckwheat and White Wheat Noodles -

  Buckwheat noodles and white wheat noodles are noodles unique to Japan. They are eaten in daily life. We eat th…
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  Miso soup – Japanese comfort food -

  Miso soup is the most common side dish. It goes with lots of Japanese foods. It is made using a soybean pastes…