The Meiji Restoration and the first half of the 20th century (1868-1945)
Here we will be looking at a fascinating time in Japanese history which is the Meiji Restoration and the first…
Food Etiquette When Eating Out In Japan
If you go to Japan, a daily activity that you will face is etiquette at mealtime. First of all, if…
What Is The National flower of Japan?
If you had to guess what the national flower of Japan is, I’m sure many would say, “that’s easy. Cherry…
Renting A Car In Japan
Japan has a great public transport system and most visitors to the archipelago will be able to get to where…
Accommodation In Japan
From a forest campsite to a luxurious ryokan Inn fit for an Emperor, visitors to japan can choose all manner…
Japanese Society
Japanese society is a bit different from Western society in some ways. If you travel to Japan to study, work,…
Getting Around In Japan
Getting around in Japan Subways – Underground Subway lines are widely available in all major cities, providing prompt, efficient transportation….
A Guide To Japanese Wine
In the ancient Nihon-Shoki or Kojiki books written in the 8th century, descriptions of what appear to be grapes can…
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Top 10 Japanese novels
Japanese literature has a long history. Since the Chinese writing system was imported, a Japanese style of literature began to…
Hakama: Traditional dress of Japan
The hakama is a skirt-type pants that is worn over the kimono. It is a traditional piece of samurai clothing….
Japan Airports Information
New Tokyo International (Narita) Airport and Kansai International Airport are the two main international airports in Japan. Tokyo International (Haneda)…
Japanese / Information about Japan
I think it is easy to speak, but, as Japanese has three types of writing which are the Chinese character…
Japanese beer, Sapporo, Kirin, Yebisu and Asahi
Contents 1 Japanese beer 1.1 Asahi: 1.2 Sapporo: 1.3 Yebisu: 1.4 Kirin Japan has a selection of beers that can…
History of Japan, Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods
I’ll talk about the periods Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo (1573-1868). After settling in Kyoto, Nobunaga fought against the most powerful Buddhist…
Hatsumode: The First Prayer of the Year
Hatsumode is one of the most beautiful celebrations of the entire year, as it is about welcoming the New Year…