日本でRaveに行ってみない？: Japanese Raves 2025 – Why It’s Unique and How to Enjoy
Looking for underground raves in Japan? Not sure what to expect? Learn everything about Japanese raves from a native Japanese raver!
Japanese Short Essay: しぜん、山の川、元気
Learn Japanese by reading a short essay about “Nature, river and energy” with English translation and Furigana.
バラと風鈴と提灯のお寺：Festival with Wind Chimes, Lanterns & Seasonal Flowers
Ofusa Kannon Temple in Nara hosts a summer wind chime festival with 3,000 chimes and a lantern display of 2,000 lights.
宮津燈篭流し花火大会: Miyazu Lantern Floating and Fireworks Festival
Every August, Miyazu in northern Kyoto hosts a 400-year-old Obon ritual of lantern floating and fireworks, honoring ancestors with spirit boats and prayers.
日本人と生活とコンビニ：Japanese People, Life and Convenience Stores
Konbini in Japan are more than convenience stores. From meals and delivery services to ATMs, they play a central role in daily life.
What’s Cormorant Fishing? ー鵜飼（うかい）って何？
Explore the ancient Japanese art of ukai, a traditional method of river fishing using cormorants.
Japanese Short Essay: フリーランス、効率性、スペイン
Learn Japanese by reading a short essay about “Freelance, productivity and Spain” with English translation and Furigana.
Japanese Short Essay: 8月、夏休み、仕事
Learn Japanese by reading a short essay about “August, Summer vacay, work” with English translation and Furigana.
Japanese Short Essay: 口笛、階段、幸せ
Learn Japanese by reading a short essay about “Whistling, stairs and happiness” with English translation and Furigana.
関西人あるある７選：7 Funny Facts About Kansai People
Kansai people, hailing from the culturally rich region of Kansai in Japan, are known for more than just their famous accent and warm personalities.
5 Japanese Questions to Keep the Conversation Going
Stuck in awkward silences? Check out these 5 simple Japanese questions to keep your conversations flowing naturally and confidently! Perfect for everyday chats.
日本の普通は普通じゃない！？ ―”Normal” in Japan is not normal!?
In Japan, water symbolizes spending freely! A simple phrase during study abroad led to a surprising cultural lesson—and showed the value of mistakes.