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Japanese Culture
Celebrating the new year in Japan is a fantastic experience. Unlike many Western countries you traditionally don’t shoot fireworks during New Year (except maybe at Disneyland). Rather, it is customary to place a shimekazari (しめ飾り) or kadomatsu (門松) above or by the door entrance to welcome the shintō kami, eat osechiryōri (お節料理), and maybe most important of all, make the first temple visit of the year in a tradition called hatsumōde (初詣). In this article...
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Japanese Culture
Celebrating the new year in Japan is a fantastic experience. Unlike many Western countries you traditionally don’t shoot fireworks during New Year (except maybe at Disneyland). Rather, it is customary to place a shimekazari (しめ飾り)...
Life in Japan
Winter in Japan is beautiful — crisp air, blue skies, and snowy landscapes in the north. But let’s be honest: it can also be freezing and dry, no matter where you live. And if you’re...
Study Trip
Yes, Japan is widely known as one of the safest countries in the world, and this guide is designed to answer your questions about health, safety, and the support our team provides. We know that...
Life in Japan
Christmas in Japan is an experience that is unique and magical in its own way. Although it’s not a traditional holiday in Japan, Christmas has developed its own identity here and there is plenty to...
Study Trip
What is a homestay in Japan? A homestay in Japan is the ultimate language immersion experience, offering a 24/7 learning environment where you can practice your Japanese in real-world situations. While classroom lessons provide the...
Life in Japan
The winter holidays can be one of the hardest times to be away from home, especially for Westerners. Japan celebrates Christmas very differently from the traditions that we might be used to, which is why...
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