How to survive winter in Japan
From north to south, Japan experiences a very diverse climate, but except for the islands to the south, winter in…
The Idols of Japan
In Japan there are many groups or bands made up of artists who dance, sing, act and appear on television…
Autumn in Japan
Autumn in Japan occurs between September and November, being one of the best seasons to visit the country. The colorful…
Why do women wear hakama at graduation ceremonies?
The hakama is a type of traditional clothing worn by men. However, during graduation ceremony in Japan almost all women…
Manga
Manga is the Japanese word for comics in general. Outside of Japan it is used both to refer to comics…
Limousine Bus in Osaka
Osaka Airport Transportation operates so-called “limousine buses” that connect Osaka Airport (Itami), Kansai International Airport and the main terminal stations…
The 4 seasons in Tokyo
How is summer in Tokyo? In a word, summer in Tokyo is unbearable, because there is a lot of humidity…
Japanese tea, know its types
There are several types of Japanese tea, and at first it can be confusing. Here is a brief introduction to…
Japanese cafe
No, it is very different. The european only coffee is served in tiny cups and is very heavy. In Japan,…
Japanese alcoholic drinks
Sake is the word with which we know a Japanese alcoholic drink made from rice. However, in Japanese, sake (酒)…
What is a haiku?
A haiku is a style of Japanese poetry that focuses on simple themes, but providing an interesting or unexpected perspective….
Rising Sun Flag
Japan has two flags that are very important nationally and culturally. The first is the official flag, the Nisshoki, conceived…
Castles in Japan
When visiting Japan, visiting Japanese castles is essential because appreciating the originality and complexity of each of them will serve…
The tanuki
The tanuki (狸, raccoon dog) is a typical animal of Japan, but it is also a mythological character within Shintoism….
Baseball
Sport that came to Japan in 1873 and was consolidated in 1934, when the Yomiuri created their own team after…