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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Posts about Japan for Japanese learners: culture, seasons, food, travel and everyday life, explained simply with useful Japanese words.
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.
Enjoy Japanese street food in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Practise reading with furigana, an English translation and vocabulary, plus tips for a polite food stroll.
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 4 ways to say “of course” in Japanese! Discover their meanings, differences, and usage with practical examples to speak more naturally in everyday conversations.
Discover 3 must-try burger shops in Japan! Explore Zetteria, Shogun Burger, and MOS Burger, from juicy Wagyu beef to unique Japanese flavors.
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.
Join the NanaFam for practice sheets, new lessons and study tips from Nana.
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