Japan

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.
Japan

10 Best Ways to Enjoy Japan in Winter

Winter can be really fun in Japan. You can find many tourist attractions such as ski and snowboard, festivals, illuminations, and gorgeous snowy sceneries. Here are the best things to do!
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!
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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!
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.
Fukushima

15 Things to Do in Fukushima Coastal Area ― 10 Years After the Disaster

It's been almost 10 years since the tragic earthquake with a huge tsunami hit and nuclear accidents caused in Fukushima ...
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.
Chubu

10 Best Things to Do in Nagoya

Nagoya is one of the biggest cities in Japan. It's easy to access to each attraction in Nagoya, so you can get around the main tourist spots in Nagoya in one or two days. Here are the best things to do in Nagoya!
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!
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.
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