Blog in Japanese
東京でミートアップをしました – In-person Meet-up in Tokyo!
We had our in-person meetup in Shinjuku! Everyone enjoyed origami, calligraphy, and kanji bingo together. It was fun meeting everyone offline!
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Culture
Japanese culture explained for learners: traditions, festivals, customs and the meaning behind them, with the Japanese words you need.
Blog in Japanese
秋の紅葉 – When Can I See Autumn Leaves in Japan?
Discover when Japan’s 2025 autumn leaves start across each region—from early Hokkaido to late Kyushu—and enjoy the beauty of colorful koyo! 🍁
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大阪万博どうだった？ – How was Osaka Expo?
Check out this short, easy Japanese reading about the Osaka Expo 2025 that ended in October—its highlights, challenges, and visitors’ experiences.
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衣替え — Seasonal Change of Clothes in Japan
Learn about Koromogae, Japan’s seasonal custom of changing clothes. Discover when and why Japanese people switch wardrobes every year.
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中秋の名月 – Moon Viewing in Japan
Celebrate Chuushuu no Meigetsu! Learn about Japan’s autumn moon-viewing tradition, moon-shaped dango, pampas grass, and enjoying the beautiful moon.
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運動会 – Sports Festival in Japan
Sports Day in Japan is a lively school event with relays, cheering squads, and family picnics—an unforgettable cultural experience.
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日本のうどん屋さん – Japanese Udon Restaurant
Discover why I fell in love with udon after visiting Marugame Seimen, Japan’s famous udon chain. Delicious, cheap, and highly recommended!
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秋のお彼岸 – What is Ohigan in Japan
Learn about Japan’s autumn Ohigan, visiting graves (ohakamairi), showing gratitude to ancestors, and traditions like flowers and incense.
Blog in Japanese
秋分の日 – Autumn Equinox Day in Japan
Discover Japan’s Autumn Equinox Day (秋分の日): traditions, Ohigan, Ohagi sweets, and how people celebrate the start of autumn.