If you’re a fan of One Piece, you’ve probably heard of Kozuki Oden, the legendary samurai from Wano Country. But did you know that “oden”…
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Category: Culture
Unique Japanese Fireworks: Senko Hanabi You’ve Never Seen
All over the world, fireworks usually mean loud bursts of color lighting up the night sky.But Japan has a quieter, more delicate version that often…
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How to Enjoy Hatsumode: Shrine Etiquette & Omikuji
Hatsumode, the first shrine visit of the New Year, is one of Japan’s most important traditions. Millions of people visit Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples…
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Unwritten Rules in Japan: Carrying Your Bag in Front on the Train
If you ride a train in Japan, you may notice something unusual: many people carry their backpacks in front of their bodies instead of on…
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