by Venese | Jan 12, 2023 | Japanese culture, Japan Events
Are you ready for the upcoming ✨Golden Week✨ season in Japan? Anticipating a well-deserved break from work but unsure of how to spend those days? Keep reading, as we’ve got all the information you need. Let’s delve into Golden Week, its activities, and the...
by Venese | Dec 22, 2022 | Japanese culture, Japan Nightlife, Japanese food & Drinks
Ah, one of the staples of Japanese drinking culture: Sake! If you haven’t come across Sake before, fret not! By the time you finish reading this article, you’ll be well-versed in the various types of Sake and the myriad sake breweries in Japan! What is Japanese...
by Venese | Dec 19, 2022 | Japanese culture
Want to celebrate this New Year the traditional Japanese way? One of the best ways to do that is through Hatsumode—the first visit to a shrine or a temple to make a prayer for the new year. Let’s take a look at exactly what Hatsumode is, its origin, and the best...
by Venese | Jul 4, 2022 | Japan Events, Japanese culture
7th July marks Tanabata, also known as the Star Festival. It is a Japanese festival where people write their wishes on tanzaku strips and hang them on bamboo branches. The first festivities begin on 7th July, and the celebration is held on various days between July...
by Venese | Jul 3, 2022 | Japan Travel, Japanese culture
Japan experiences four distinct seasons, and each brings its own unique set of flowers to admire. Beyond the iconic cherry blossoms, there’s a rich variety of flowers in Japan to enjoy throughout the year. Spring welcomes the delicate cherry blossoms, or sakura,...
by Venese | Jun 29, 2022 | Japan Travel, Japanese culture, Summer in Japan
If you’re in Japan during the summer, you can’t miss out on Tokyo summer festivals, known as Natsu Matsuri in Japanese. From local gems to huge tourist draws, these festivals offer something for everyone, ensuring you’ll never be bored. Each event...
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