Traditions
Onsen Etiquette in Japan: Rules and Manners
Nothing beats the soothing effects and cultural experience of visiting a Japanese hot spring (Onsen). A tri…
Great Places for 'Hatsumode' around Tokyo during the Japanese New Year
This page contains affiliate links. On the fir…
Fireworks (Hanabi) Festival in Tokyo 2025
Experience the magic of summer in Japan with some of the most beautiful fireworks festivals in Tokyo. Every year, large-scale hanabi (fireworks) events light up the night sky across Japan—and Tokyo is home to some of the biggest and most popular shows. Here’s a list of the major fireworks festivals scheduled in the Tokyo area for 2025.
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Exploring Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arranging
Ikebana is the traditional art of Japanese flower arranging, but don’t mistake it for a version of Western-…
Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo) classes in Tokyo
This page contains affiliate links. Shodo, or Japanese calligraphy, is a traditional art with much history…
Learning Ikebana: English-Speaking Ikebana Classes in Tokyo
There are several Ikebana schools / classes in Tokyo where you can learn it in English. If you would like t…
Experience the Beauty of Sado, the Japanese Tea Ceremony
In a peaceful moment, imagine the design of an…
