Tanabata, also known as the star festival, is celebrated in most places on the seventh of July.  During this festival, it is common to write

Summer in Japan is a season full of vibrant energy and joyful celebrations. The streets buzz with colorful festivals, and families travel ba

Have you ever visited Japan and wondered about those carp flagged up in some places? Those colorful koi banners are called Carp Streamers or

"The summer is coming, Hachiju Hachiya" (夏も近づく八十八夜) is a beloved song among Japanese elementary students. This charming tune celebrates the

Hanamatsuri, also known as the flower festival, is celebrated in different parts of Asia where Buddhism is prevalent; Japan, South Korea, Ta

Spring is a time when the harsh cold weather finds its warmth and flowers start to blossom--a sign of a new beginning. In Japan, the sight o

ひな祭りは毎年３月３日に祝われる一年に一度の祝日です。 この祝日は、女の子の子どもたちに注目し成長と幸せを祝います。 別名ひな人形祭りの日は、ひな祭りに飾る「ひな人形」から名称が来ています。

With spring soon approaching, it’s time to get your beans and get ready for setsubun.  ‘What exactly is setsubun, and why do you need beans?