Religion Animal Statues at Temples & Shrines in Japan At most shrines and and temples throughout Japan you will find some animal statues. In this article we explain the meaning behind these statues and provide you with some great places to visit! 2021.01.14 Religion
Religion What Are Jizo Statues? The Guardian Deity of Children and Travelers You can find Jizo statues, the guardian deity of children and travelers, everywhere on the streets in Japan. In this article, we briefly introduce what Jizo statues are, and some famous temples where you can see unique Jizo statues in Japan. 2021.01.13 Religion
Events How to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Japan 2024 In most Asian countries, people celebrate Chinese New Year, and Japan in no exception. Read all about the festivities in Japan in this blog. 2021.01.12 Events
Events How to Spend Valentine’s Day in Japan 2024 Valentine's Day in Japan is a popular event, celebrated in a unique way. In this article we will explain the Japanese customs and tradition on February 14th! 2021.01.08 Events
Customs What is Setsubun? Traditional Bean-Throwing Event in February Setsubun is one of the traditional events in Japan in February. In this article, we will explain about the history of Setsubun and things to do on that day! 2021.01.07 Customs
Religion Japanese Religious Beliefs: Yakudoshi In Japan, some years in life are considered unlucky. Read all you need to know about Yakudoshi and how to ward off your bad luck in this blog. 2021.01.06 Religion
Events The Old Japanese Names for the Months: Meanings and Origins Today we use the numbers for the name of the month, but the old Japanese names have a deeper meaning, related to nature and rituals. 2020.12.30 Events
Customs Traditional Wedding Ceremony in Japan We explain everything you need to know about the Japanese traditional wedding ceremony including what to wear, rules and what rituals to follow! 2020.12.24 Customs
Customs Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage: New Year’s Tradition in Japan Seven Lucky Gods are an eclectic group of deities from Japan, India, and China which originated from Shinto, Buddhism and Hinduism. Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage aka Shichifukujin Meguri in Japanese is a New Year tradition in Japan. Visit temples to collect seven stamps and it is said to bring in good fortune and blessing throughout the year. 2020.12.22 Customs
Religion Shinbutsu-Shugo: The Mix of Shintoism and Buddhism in Japan Japan is home to 2 main beliefs; shintoism and Buddhism, in this article we explain the concept of Shinbutsu-Shugo, how these have grown together and where you can see the mixture of the two. 2020.12.21 Religion