Food How to Make Mochi: Discover Japan’s Traditional Mochitsuki Ceremony Discover mochitsuki, Japan’s traditional mochi-pounding ceremony. Learn its history, customs, and why it’s a must-try cultural experience. 2025.09.28 Food
Cultural Objects Mino: Japan’s Traditional Straw Raincoat In this article, we’ll explore what a mino is, its features, history, and cultural significance. 2025.09.22 Cultural Objects
Culture Tabi: Japan’s Traditional Split-Toe Socks for Kimono Discover the world of tabi, Japan’s iconic split-toe socks. Learn their history, types, how to wear them, and how they’re used today. 2025.09.06 Culture
Deity Toshigami | The Japanese New Year God of Fortune and How to Welcome Him In this article, we’ll introduce who Toshigami is, how Japanese people welcome him, and the meaning behind traditional New Year decorations. We’ll also explain how to properly display ofuda (sacred talismans from shrines). 2025.08.30 Deity
Deity Yaoyorozu no Kami: Japan’s Countless Deities In this article, let’s explore what this fascinating concept really means. Don’t worry—we’ll skip the overly complicated mythology lectures and instead enjoy a fun, approachable introduction to the idea of “gods everywhere” in Japanese culture. 2025.08.28 Deity
Cultural Objects Hagoita: The Beautiful New Year’s Decoration from Japan In this article, let’s explore what Hagoita are, their history, the meanings behind them, and why they’re now more popular as decorations than as toys. 2025.08.25 Cultural Objects
Cultural Objects Hibachi in Japan: Not Food, But a Traditional Heater In this article, we’ll explore what a hibachi really is, its history, how it was used, and why it eventually disappeared from daily life. 2025.08.23 Cultural Objects