Japan’s rice shortage explained: 5kg prices jump 2,200–2,400 to 3,800–4,800 yen; heat hurt quality, supply uneven, panic buying spread; stores ration.

Discover how Japan’s traditional summer homework like book reports and kanji drills has changed, with less focus on assignments and more on experiences.

Discover Japan’s top 3 fireworks festivals—Nagaoka, Sumida River, and Omagari. A simple guide for Japanese learners at N5 level.

Discover fun summer activities in Japan! Fireworks, festivals, mountains, and shaved ice – enjoy the season like locals and travelers alike.

Learn how to turn Japanese adjectives into nouns using ～さ, with clear rules, examples, and tips to express qualities like height or convenience.

A refreshing summer diary about enjoying a sweet, juicy melon on a hot day—perfect fruit to cool down, lift your mood, and bring a smile.