3 yōkai (妖怪) from Japanese folklore
Here are three yōkai (妖怪), supernatural creatures prevalent in Japanese folklore. They are often depicted as mischievous or malevolent spirits, representing everyday troubles or…
Shinjuku Eisa Matsuri (新宿エイサーまつり)
Japan is slowly returning to pre-COVID life, and most summer festivities are scheduled for this year. This includes the Eisa Matsuri festival in Shinjuku. The unique feature of…
5 Japanese programs available for streaming
Summer is in full swing, and it's safe to say the heat is intense! If you don't have the courage to face the temperatures, you might prefer…
Raijin and Fujin, kami of thunder and wind
Among the deities that populate Japanese folklore, Raijin (雷神), the thunder kami, and Fujin (風神), the wind kami, play an important role. Spreading blessings or calamities, they are…
Are you familiar with kamon (家紋)?
Kamon (家紋) are among the characteristic symbols of Japan. They are present everywhere, whether in popular culture or everyday life. The…
Japan Comic Art Expo Tokyo 2022
Manga and anime fans, get your diaries out! This article is for you! Passion for Japanese Animation For many, a passion for Japan was born through contact with its…
Everything you need to know about Ghibli Park
Good news for Studio Ghibli fans! The famous Ghibli Park will open its doors on November 1st of this year. And for those of you who can't wait, the…
The Dance of the Golden Dragon
Festivals and other celebrations are part of the charm of the Japanese archipelago. Today, let's discover the Golden Dragon Dance (金龍の舞, kinryu no mai), which takes place twice a year in…
The Legend of Tamamo-no-Mae
Japanese folklore is rich in legends. Sometimes fabulous, sometimes terrifying, these stories still nourish Japanese culture and imagination today. Among the legendary bestiary of Japan, we find the kyūbi no…
Valentine's Day in Japan
In Japan, Valentine's Day (バレンタインデー, barentaindē) is highly codified. Different types of chocolates are given (or exchanged) on Valentine's Day, depending on the sender's gender, the recipient's social status, and…