Discover fun and unique Japanese souvenir ideas—from a retro 3COINS camera to tatami coasters, kimono bottle cases, and a sumo charging plug!

Visit Atsuta Shrine in Nagoya: draw a lucky omikuji, see a 1,000-year-old camphor tree, collect goshuin, and pray for a peaceful, successful 2026.

Japanese grammar ～ように explained simply. Learn how to use it for purpose, change, habits, instructions, wishes, and comparisons.

Discover nostalgic Japanese New Year games such as spinning tops, hanetsuki, kite flying, and karuta, and learn how families enjoyed these traditions together.

Learn the difference between お〜 and ご〜 honorific prefixes in Japanese, with simple rules, common examples, exceptions, and polite phrases you can use naturally.

Learn about the Emperor of Japan. This blog post explains the Emperor’s role, the Imperial Family, history, and cultural importance.