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5 Unique Features of Japanese New Year Cards (Nengajo)
Sending cards to family and friends towards the end of the year is something very common. In Japan...
Omiyage: The Culture of Souvenirs in Japan
Maybe you’ve already heard the word “omiyage” before. Maybe you also know that it...
A Quick Guide: Gift Giving in Japan – Dos and Don’ts
With a rich culture, history and several ancient legends, there are plenty of superstitions to be...
Shichi-go-san: 7-5-3 Day on November 15th
Today (November 15) is a special day in Japan called “7-5-3 Day” or “Shichi-go...
Tanabata Festival aka The Star Festival
Today is July 7th in Japan and that’s when the calendar tells us it’s...
Hina Matsuri (The Doll’s Festival)
Not only today, but every year on March 3rd Japan celebrates the so-called “Hina...
Shogatsu: Japanese New Year’s Day
After the busy time in December (cleaning, cooking, writing New Year cards) and then finally...
Omisoka: Japanese New Year’s Eve
Around this time of the year Japanese people are busy with various things. Christmas is not what...