HISTORY
The Snow Monkeys of Japan: A Fascinating History
They were a part of Japanese folklore for centuries before they enjoyed international fame. Learn more about Japan's snow monkeys.
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HISTORY
HISTORY
Stronger than the Wave: Five Southern Tohoku Folk Traditions
The Tohoku region's endured a lot over the past 200 years. How five rich folk traditions capture the durability and diversity of…
ENTERTAINMENT
Kwaidan: A Filmic Venture into Uncanny Japan
Eerie and beautiful, Kwaidan is the perfect introduction to the classic ghost stories of Japan. Further revelations await those who look deeper…
LIVING IN JAPAN
Appreciating the Moon in Japan, Land of the Rising Sun
Although Japan is the land of the rising sun, with its indigenous religion centering around the sun goddess, we cannot overlook the…
FEATURED
Tsukimi (月見), The Season of Moon Viewing
Tsukimi, the season of moon viewing, starts next week in Japan. Learn more about this day's origins, how to make Tsukimi Dumplings,…
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
The Life and Legacy of Ainu-Japanese Translator Chiri Yukie
Only 19 when she passed away, indigenous Ainu translator Chiri Yukie left behind an invaluable legacy for her people and the world.
CULTURE
These Five Frightening Japanese Female Ghosts Will Haunt You
Japan is rife with things that go bump in the night. Here, we introduce five Japanese female ghosts that have scared children…
CULTURE
The Hyakki: Japan’s Frightful Night Parade of Demons
How did Japan's "parade of demons" get its start? Learn about the history behind the creatures who haunt some of Japan's most…