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Author: Chisato.A

道 – The Japanese spirit of “Dō”

2025-04-022025-04-22 - by Chisato.A

Do you like karate (空手、空手道) or judō (柔道)? Are you familiar with sadō (茶道), the tea ceremony, or kadō (華道), the art of flower arrangement? Many people have seen matches …

Waribashi~Disposable chopsticks~

2025-01-072025-01-16 - by Chisato.A

If you have visited Japan, you have probably used waribashi: disposable chopsticks at places like restaurants, cafes and convenience stores. The culture of using chopsticks exists in many parts of …

How to Cook Delicious Japanese Rice

2024-10-022024-11-02 - by Chisato.A

Hot summer is gone. The sky color has changed, the clouds have changed, and the wind has changed.Yes! The beautiful autumn is here!I was born and raised in Ikaruga in …

Somen Delight: How to Enjoy Japan’s Delicious Summer Noodles

2024-09-022024-09-14 - by Chisato.A

What kind of noodles would you like to try when you come to Japan? Ramen, udon, or perhaps soba? When asked about summer, many Japanese people would mention a food …

When it comes to June…

2024-07-012024-07-12 - by Chisato.A

When it comes to June, many people probably think of Japan as being hot and humid, which can be quite unpleasant. Yes, that’s correct. Since ancient times, the Japanese have …

Wafugetsumei 和風月名 ~Japanese names of months~

2024-05-282024-06-24 - by Chisato.A

I’ve previously highlighted the beauty of the Japanese language in a few “How To Japan” articles. Yet, you can feel its richness everywhere in Japan. Though I hear less and …

Wonderful FudePen 筆ペン (Brush Pens)

2024-04-302024-05-08 - by Chisato.A

When I was thinking about another cultural item to introduce to the world, one thing came to my mind! It is fudepen 筆ペン, a Japanese brush pen! Of course, Japanese …

Fermented enzyme lemon syrup

2024-02-222024-03-12 - by Chisato.A

Fermented foods are deeply permeated into daily life in Japan. There are many kinds, such as miso, natto, and pickled vegetables. I make  my homemade miso every year, and I’ve …

Why do Japanese people…?”Putting your palms together: 手を合わせる=合掌”What does it mean in Japan?

2024-01-262024-02-16 - by Chisato.A

In situations where we Japanese say “Itadakimasu: いただきます,” “arigatou: ありがとう,” and “gomennasai: ごめんなさい,” we put our hands together. That is a custom not only in Japan, but also over Asia. …

Ryu 龍 (Dragons)

2023-12-212024-01-16 - by Chisato.A

Hello. Do you know what the zodiac animal will be in 2024?  2024 is the year of Ryu 龍 (dragons). In Japan, the twelve Chinese zodiac signs are called Junishi, …

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Treasure Hunting at Flea Markets in Kyoto!

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Uji City ~ the town of history and tea ~

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Exploring the Hidden Gems of Kyoto Station!

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Gokigen-you!~Useful Expressions That Make You Sound Sophisticated~

2022-06-012022-05-27

Akiko - One-of-a-Kind Treasure: Create Your Own Special Randoseru!

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Mori - Understanding Road Signs in Japan

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Asuka - One-of-a-Kind Treasure: Create Your Own Special Randoseru!

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Robyn F - Ozoni: A mochi soup bowl filled with family history and local Japanese culture.

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YTSL - [Japanese Pop Culture]大和魂と判官贔屓Yamato Spirit & Houganbiiki(Hanganbiiki)

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