Culture

We’re thrilled to welcome Lucy Bolognese, who recently wrote this excellent post for us about the “Nagoya Breakfast Special”, explaining its origin and taking us on a flavourful “Morning Service” …

What comes to your mind when you imagine summer in Japan? Beaches? Chilled beer? Sunshine? For many Japanese, summer means fireworks, festivals, watermelons, and shaved ice. In this article, we’ll …

Japan is celebrated for its rich cultural heritage, which is beautifully reflected in its diverse array of handmade crafts. For centuries, Japanese artisans have honed their skills, passing down techniques …

With a legacy spanning centuries, Japanese swords stand as enduring symbols of tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural identity. Revered for their exquisite beauty, unparalleled sharpness, and spiritual significance, these blades have …

With origins that trace back to ancient times, the captivating story of Japanese pottery mirrors the fascinating developments in Japanese history and traditions. First used in the Jomon period for …

When one thinks of traditional Japan, Kyoto probably comes to the minds of many and for good reason. It’s packed to the gills with temple after temple and plays an …

Film Synopsis: Welcome to Kaiko City – a broken town filled with crime and corruption – where the financial corporations and even the prosecutors are rotten to the core and …

At this time of the year, shops and malls are with Christmas decorations as well as gorgeous winter illumination events are held all over the world including Japan. Here is …

As the nights get longer and colder during winter, you’re probably wanting to stay in more. While there are many shows coming out in the festive season, Japanese dramas are …

There are so many good reasons to want to study Japanese. Some people want to get to a certain level of speaking before travelling, so they can get around easily …