Articles about Japanese Culture

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Articles about Japanese Culture

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2025

Kemono - Anthropomorphic Animals in Japan

From medieval picture scrolls to BEASTARS, Aggretsuko and the maneki-neko on your favourite shop window.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2025

What is the correct suit to wear in Japan for each situation?

Why the right suit in Japan is a question of context, not fashion.

Kevin Henrique · Oct 17, 2024

What Makes Japan a Unique Country?

A country shaped by tradition, discipline and constant reinvention.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 28, 2022

How Japanese Culture Shapes Anime Stories

Why anime storytelling often feels emotionally different once you look at the cultural ideas underneath it.

Kevin Henrique · May 21, 2019

Wedding in Japan: Costs and Procedures

A practical overview of marriage procedures and wedding costs in Japan.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2018

Dating in Japan: How to Get to Know a Japanese Person (Respectfully)

Cultural context, dating apps, and first-date conventions for getting to know a Japanese person without leaning on stereotypes.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2018

Routine: Life of a Sumo Wrestler

A day in a heya: training, chanko nabe, hierarchy and the price of life in the ring

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Father's Day in Japan - Chichi no Hi

When, how, and why the third Sunday in June became a small family day across Japan.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Genkan: where you take off your shoes in Japan

Japan's entrance area — origin, etiquette, and small rules for visitors

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Meaning of the codes of Japanese adult videos

How Japan labels each adult video with a studio code and a production number — and why the system has stuck for decades.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

The secret of Japanese beauty, slimness, and longevity

Diet, baths, community and rituals — what Japan reveals about long youth and good health.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Fansub - The two sides of fansubs

Who actually sits behind an anime subtitling group?

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star - Japanese version

きらきら星 – how a British poem became one of Japan's most sung children's songs.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

The most bizarre festivals in Japan

Navel, fertility and naked festivals: a respectful look at Japan's most unusual matsuri.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

140 Things That Define Japan and Its Culture

A broad overview from tradition to everyday life.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

See how to write your name in Kanji – Ideograms!

Turn your name into Kanji with Ateji, the right tools, and a touch of cultural meaning.