Meet Hinoki and Sawara, two adorable baby otters from Japan! Learn their naming story, Japanese vocabulary, and a unique cultural tradition.

Discover Japanese tea culture beyond matcha! Learn about three popular teas in Japan—green tea, mugicha, and hojicha—and when people drink them.

Did you know emoji were born in Japan? Explore the story of emoji, a Japanese invention that transformed digital communication and became a part of everyday life worldwide.

Discover why hydrangeas are a beloved symbol of Japan's rainy season. Learn about their beauty, colors, and cultural significance.

Learn how the situation in Iran is affecting Japan through higher gasoline prices, rising living costs, import delays, and economic challenges.

Learn useful Japanese units for daily life in Japan, from yen and kilometers to liters, Celsius, and time expressions used every day.