How Japan Made Beautiful Pictures with Wood
Discover the beauty of Japanese woodblock prints, from their history and famous artist Katsushika Hokusai to the traditional techniques used to create these timeless works of art.
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Japanese culture explained for learners: traditions, festivals, customs and the meaning behind them, with the Japanese words you need.
Discover the beauty of Japanese woodblock prints, from their history and famous artist Katsushika Hokusai to the traditional techniques used to create these timeless works of art.
Join Japan Festival 2026 in Shinjuku, Tokyo on November 14, 2–6 p.m. Enjoy matcha, Japanese crafts and friendly chats. Entry ¥1,500. Read a JLPT N4 event guide.
Explore Japanese martial arts: judo, kendo, aikido and karate. Read easy Japanese with furigana, English translation and vocabulary, and Nana’s school memories.
Discover Tokyo’s unique Sushi Bus! Enjoy all-you-can-eat conveyor belt sushi while sightseeing around famous Tokyo landmarks on a double-decker bus.
Learn useful Japanese expressions for pregnancy and childbirth, from announcing a pregnancy to welcoming a newborn, plus cultural insights about baby celebrations in Japan.
Discover Japan’s unique hanko culture! Learn how Japanese stamps and seals are used, their different types, and why they still matter today.
Discover MUJI Japan, the popular minimalist lifestyle brand. Explore its simple clothing, stationery, tasty snacks, and everyday essentials loved in Japan.
Discover Japanese school life, from traditional school lunches and classroom cleaning to teamwork and responsibility. Learn what makes schools in Japan unique.
Discover the meaning of “〇〇の秋” in Japanese! Learn 4 popular autumn expressions about food, reading, art, and sports, and how people in Japan enjoy the season.
Join the NanaFam for practice sheets, new lessons and study tips from Nana.
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