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What is Hinamatsuri? How to Celebrate Girl’s Day in Japan 2025

March 3rd is Hinamatsuri Festival, which is often translated as Girl's Day or Doll's Day in Japan. Here we explain what it is, how to celebrate it and where to see gorgeous Hina dolls in Japan!

2025.02.06

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How to Spend New Year’s Holidays in Japan

The New Year holiday is the most important holiday in Japan with many unique customs and events. In this blog we will share how to celebrate New Year in Japan!

2024.12.23

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What is Tatami? Japan’s Tradtional Straw Flooring

Step into the heart of Japan with tatami- literally! The straw flooring that's been a cultural cornerstone of Japanese households is a centuries old tradition.

2024.05.31

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Japanese Honorifics and How to Use Them

In Japan, using honorifics to refer to people is very important and necessary when speaking. However, there are multiple types of honorifics that are used at specific times. Not sure how or when to use Japanese honorifics? Check out this article to find out.

2023.10.25

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Blood Type Personalities in Japan

Knowing your blood type is very popular in Japan. Some believe that the different blood types are able to determine your personality. Want to know more? Check out this article!

2023.06.07

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Ochugen and Oseibo: Japanese Gift culture

Have you ever heard of the gift-giving tradition called Ochūgen and Oseibo? Let us enlighten you on the subject.

2023.04.10

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A Guide to Japanese Table Manners

Want to avoid offending anyone in Japan? This is our essential guide to Japanese table manners!

2022.08.01

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What is Shichigosan in Japan?

Japan has many annual events for celebrating children, and Shichigosan is one of them. In this article, we will explain what is Shichigosan and how to celebrate it.

2022.07.06

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Everything you need to know about Coming of Age Day in Japan

There are many national holidays throughout the year in Japan but this one is very important for those transitioning from adolescent to adult. Find out more about this traditional holiday and how this important time is celebrated!

2021.12.24

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Traditional Wisdom to Survive the Japanese Summer

Summer heat in Japan can be unbearable due to its humidity and high temperature. But fear not, let us introduce to you how to survive Japanese summer, Japanese style!

2021.07.19

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