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Why Is Japan So Clean?
If you’ve ever visited Japan, one of the first things you might notice about the place is how clean it is. While there are still some areas that need tackling, such as the copious amounts of trash in the Seto Inland Sea, Japan is often considered a very clean country. But how does the country […]
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What Is the National Animal Of Japan?
It is common practice for countries across the world to have an official national animal. This animal is a symbol that creates an identity on the world stage. National animals are a symbol of patriotism, featuring in art, music, books, and even on a country’s coins, notes, and flag. In the case of Japan, the […]
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How To Use Incense Sticks
Incense has been used for centuries in countries all around the world. Incense isn’t only useful for making your home smell amazing, it is also brilliant for encouraging the mind to be calm. There are many people who like to light incense whilst meditating, doing yoga, or just relaxing at the end of the day. […]
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What Is A Kunoichi?
If you are interested in Japanese culture, then chances are you have heard of ninjas and their mantras. Ninjas remain a notable trope in various media, as they often feature in movies and television, where they are presented as assassins and villains. However, in the real world, ninjas are practitioners of ninjutsu and are sometimes […]
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When Is Summer In Japan?
Japan is a country that often appears on many people’s bucket lists. However, it is known for its extreme weather conditions, so planning the time of year when you visit is a good place to start. If you want to visit during the summer months, you’ll find that you may experience the best sunny weather, […]
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How Long Is Summer Break In Japan?
The Japanese school system is slightly different from most Western countries’ schooling systems, operating on what is known as a “three term system”, with the school year beginning in April, and ending in March. The first semester begins in April and ends roughly around the end of July, but this can vary depending upon regional […]
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What Hemisphere Is Japan In?
Japan is possibly the furthest large country from the western world geographically, with only the pacific island nations and the countries of Australia and New Zealand being potentially further. Its distance from our part of the world has led Japan to develop a culture and society entirely unique not just from its western counterparts, but […]
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What Is Amigurumi?
Learning crafts is a great way to spend your free time and allows you to learn all kinds of skills. In particular, crochet and knitting are among the most popular crafts in the world thanks to the array of projects that you can complete, from clothing to blankets to toys. Nothing is off-limits when it […]
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What Is A Danna?
A Danna is a person who can make you feel good about yourself. They can help you overcome your insecurities and give you self-confidence. But, they are not always someone that you would expect to see! So… who are these people, and how do they work? In Japanese culture, dannas have been used as an […]
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How Big Is Okinawa?
Okinawa is one of the most beautiful and amazing places on earth. This small area of land in the Pacific has long been the subject of myths, legends, and an attraction for any holidaymaker or tourist to go to for a long time. However, the thing is, even though Okinawa is a prefecture, its position […]
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What Is A Rickshaw?
Japan is home to a number of iconic things, from katana to ninja, to sushi, there are plenty of awesome things from Japan’s rich history that are worth looking into. However, one of the most underappreciated things in Japan’s history is the rickshaw. However, not many people actually know what a rickshaw actually is, and […]
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What Is A Katana?
There are perhaps few things to come out of Japan more iconic than the Samurai. Samurai have become well known all across the world for their intense moral codes, their commitment to their weapons, and their weapon of choice: the katana. Slightly different from a traditional western sword, but much the same in terms of […]
