Summer

Yatai Culture: Explore Japanese Summer Festivals

In this article, we’ll guide you through the wonders of Japanese summer festivals and yatai culture, with tips on what to eat, what to wear, and how to make the most of your night out.

2025.06.24

Culture

Senko Hanabi: Japan’s Most Delicate Firework

In this article, we’ll dive into the origins, charm, and unique stages of this quiet summer tradition. If you’ve never experienced Senko Hanabi before, or even if you have, there’s always something new to discover in its flickering flame.

2025.06.20

Cultural Objects

Mosquito Coils in Japan: A Summer Tradition

When summer hits Japan, one item you’re guaranteed to find in many homes is the mosquito coil. It’s more than just a mosquito repellent—it’s a nostalgic symbol of Japanese summer.

2025.04.17

Cultural Objects

Spooky Summer in Japan: Ghost Stories and Haunted Traditions

In this article, we will explore why is summer the perfect season for horror in Japan

2025.02.19

Culture