Beluga Whales Paint Artworks in Japanese Aquarium
One of the more fascinating marine mammals is the beluga whale. Beluga whales (Delphinapterus leucas), also known as white whales, are more commonly referred to as…
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Amaterasu and the Imperial Regalia of Japan
Japanese mythology embodies Shinto and Buddhist traditions and local folk religion. Japan has several gods or spirits known as “kami” in Japanese. Many Japanese myths…
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E-book Mania Hits Japan
Over the years, the modern world has become digitalized. We rely more and more on gadgets in our daily lives. It is almost unthinkable to…
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Some Awesome Japan-only Things
Japan is known for anime and manga, as the leader in creating some of the best games and gaming consoles we love so much, and…
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The Multifaceted Obi
An obi (帯, おび) or sash, is an important piece of the traditional Japanese kimono and the keikogi (conventional attire for martial arts). An obi is…
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Origins of the Nunchaku
The Nunchaku (ヌンチャク), also known as “nunchuk”, “nunchuck”, or “chainstick”, is a traditional Japanese weapon originally developed in Okinawa. The Nunchaku consists of two sticks linked…
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Capsule Hotels in Japan
For the budget conscious traveler, capsule hotels may be the best answer for clean and affordable lodging while in Japan. A capsule hotel (カプセルホテル kapuseru hoteru) is a…
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Yakudoshi: Japanese Unlucky Ages
I don’t really consider myself superstitious. But it’s funny that I have favorite numbers when I occasionally try my luck at the lottery. I am…
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